Units 1–9
Greek New Testament
Introduction and Rationale
The unit Introduction and Rationale provides a foundational entry point
into your journey with the Greek New Testament. Here, you will gain critical insight into
the theological, hermeneutical, and historical reasons for engaging directly with the Greek
New Testament. We will explore the side benefits of learning biblical Greek, laying out a
comprehensive roadmap for mastering the language of the Greek New Testament using proven
best-practice methods. This approach is designed to fast-track your fluency and optimize
your exegesis.
Alphabet Part 1
In this module on Alphabet Part 1, you will begin mastering the
building
blocks of the Greek New Testament: the Koine Greek alphabet and its proper pronunciation. We
provide specialized memory-aids, tailored exercises, and practical applications that will
help you quickly memorize the letters. Establishing these fundamentals is critical to
accurately reading and eventually interpreting the original texts of the Greek New
Testament.
Alphabet Part 2
Continuing your language acquisition, Alphabet Part 2 introduces
capitalization, vowels, diphthongs, and transliteration required for examining the Greek New
Testament. You will learn about specialized breathing marks, Greek accents, punctuation
rules, and certain grammatical oddities frequently encountered. The clear, easy-to-remember
examples provided in this section will ensure you are well-prepared to read any manuscript
or modern critical edition of the Greek New Testament.
History and Tools
Our History and Tools unit takes you on a fascinating journey through
the
brief history of the language behind the Greek New Testament. Understanding the historical
context of Koine Greek gives you a deeper appreciation for how the biblical text was
communicated in the 1st century. Furthermore, this unit outlines the four essential digital
and textual tools used by scholars for studying the Greek New Testament, sharing vital
resources so you can easily access them for your own ministry and study.
Displays and Nouns
The Displays and Nouns section will familiarize you with the formatting
and structural arrangements encountered when reading the Greek New Testament. You will
receive a thorough introduction to the various parts of speech, delving specifically into
the characteristics of Greek nouns and verbs. We carefully review relevant noun cases with
clear examples, empowering you to identify exactly how words function in the sentences of
the Greek New Testament.
Grammar Parts 2 and 3
Diving deeper into the grammatical structures of the Greek New
Testament,
Grammar Parts 2 and 3 focus on the critical roles of articles, adjectives, pronouns,
adverbs, and prepositions. These elements are the glue of the biblical text. Through
easy-to-understand examples and immediate basic applications, you will learn how these
components relate to each other, bringing a new level of clarity and precision to your
reading of the Greek New Testament.
Verbs
In the Verbs unit, we tackle one of the most dynamic aspects of the
Greek
New Testament: the verbal system. You will explore various verb types, diverse tenses, and
common irregularities found throughout the scriptures. By learning how these verbs relate to
other components and cases, you will be equipped to correctly apply grammatical principles,
uncovering the true action and intent behind the words of the Greek New Testament.
Participles and Infinitives
The unit Participles and Infinitives offers an advanced exploration of
Greek participles and infinitives. You will examine their diverse functions, including
special situational types that frequently appear in the Greek New Testament. With
easy-to-understand examples and step-by-step applications, you will become adept at
recognizing how these nuanced forms contribute to the rich theological meaning of the Greek
New Testament.
Conjunctions and Particles
Our Conjunctions and Particles unit provides in-depth instruction on
the
purpose, types, and roles of various conjunctions, clauses, and particles. Because these
structural markers dictate the logical flow of arguments in the Greek New Testament,
mastering them is indispensable. You will explore their usage and specific conditions
through straightforward examples, enhancing your ability to meticulously analyze the text of
the Greek New Testament.
Units 10–18
Greek New Testament
Applying Grammar
The unit Applying Grammar marks your transition from learning rules to
actively using them in the exegetical process of the Greek New Testament. We begin by
demonstrating how to interpret noun cases and discuss the broad categories established by
experienced Greek scholars. From there, you will proceed into rigorous grammatical study,
using Discourse Analysis techniques tailored for the Greek New Testament.
Applying Grammar Part 2
In Applying Grammar Part 2, the focus narrows on utilizing your growing
grammatical knowledge to navigate different literary genres and tackle peculiarities within
the Greek New Testament text. We will highlight unusual constructions and provide strategies
to handle them. Additionally, you will discover supplementary resources that can act as a
reliable guide for your ongoing study of the Greek New Testament.
Lexical Tools
The unit Lexical Tools is dedicated to equipping you with the right
Greek
and lexical resources at the word level. Focusing on defining lexical goals, parsing word
elements, and utilizing specialized glossaries, lexicons, and theological dictionaries, this
module ensures you can accurately excavate the profound definitions behind the vocabulary of
the Greek New Testament.
Lexical Studies Part 1
Lexical Studies Part 1 offers a deep dive into the three major
categories
of lexical tools and the fundamental three-fold goals of conducting a lexical study in the
Greek New Testament. You will learn to properly value context, apply the guiding principles
of the study process, and integrate these findings seamlessly into your broader grammatical
research of the Greek New Testament.
Lexical Studies Part 2
Building directly on the previous unit, Lexical Studies Part 2 applies
lexical study principles to specific, well-known passages of the Greek New Testament. We
will concentrate on the essential rules of word study, citing illuminating and
easy-to-understand examples that reveal the richness of original biblical terms as found
exclusively in the Greek New Testament.
Word Studies and Fallacies
The unit Word Studies and Fallacies provides in-depth training on the
correct methodologies for word studies while strictly highlighting common hermeneutical
fallacies. Avoiding these errors is critical for anyone wishing to construct an accurate,
faithful interpretation of the Greek New Testament. By recognizing fallacies, you will
safeguard your exegesis and teach the Greek New Testament with integrity.
Commentaries and Other Tools
Commentaries and Other Tools trains you to meaningfully interact with
esteemed academic commentaries to verify and refine your personal study of the Greek New
Testament. We will model the exegetical process by asking precise analytical questions,
teaching you how to utilize additional tools to verify syntactical functions and define
words accurately within the Greek New Testament.
Textual Criticism and LXX
The Textual Criticism and LXX unit introduces you to the complex world
of
textual variations behind the Greek New Testament. You will survey the differences among
manuscripts, learn to weigh variants, and explore the Greek Septuagint (LXX) to gain
unparalleled insight into the oldest textual witness to the Hebrew Bible and its immense
influence on the formulation of the Greek New Testament.
Greek in Ministry
Our final unit, Greek in Ministry, synthesizes the entire learning
process. We will show you how to digest the gathered material and actively apply it. The
ultimate purpose of studying the Greek New Testament is life transformation; thus, you will
learn practical strategies to present your exegetical findings effectively in both personal
devotional life and broad ministry contexts using the Greek New Testament.
