DESCRIPTION:

This course is a continuation of LG559; its aim is to develop further the student's proficiency in Latin grammar, syntax, and vocabulary. As the course progresses, the student will have the opportunity to translate original passages from the major ancient and medieval Christian authors, an exercise which both rewards and reinforces rote work done in the first half of the course.

A basic knowledge of Latin is essential for the advanced student of church history and Christian theology. Many Latin texts in the vast body of Christian theological, historical, and philosophical literature remain untranslated, and by the end of the course the student should be able to navigate any of these texts with the help of a dictionary. The student will also gain a more immediate understanding of theological terminology and a deeper appreciation for the English language's indebtedness to Latin.

This course will meet for two hours once a week. At least four hours of study outside of class are typically required for adequate class preparation.

Collins, John F. A Primer of Ecclesiastical Latin. Washington, D.C.: The Catholic University of America Press, 1985.

Simpson, Donald P., ed. Cassell's Latin Dictionary: Latin-English, English-Latin. New York: Macmillan, 1977.

Students are encouraged to become familiar with the specialized dictionaries and advanced grammatical works that are available in the reference section of the library.

Assignments will include exercises from the textbook and supplementary material (35% of grade), weekly quizzes (35% of grade), and a final examination (30% of grade).

LG559. Audits permitted only with transcript evidence of prior study.

Elective.

Yes.