Instructor: Dr. Bobby Kelly Office:
Owens Hall 113
Tel: 405.878.2213 Office Hours: MWF 3:15B4:30; TR 3:30B4:30
PURPOSE
The OBU Academic Catalog states that this course is a continuation of Elementary Greek I, which was a study of the fundamentals of the common and cultural language of the Greco-Roman world with emphasis on the Greek New Testament.
This course is based on the premise that "all Scripture is God-breathed and is useful for teaching, reproof, correction, and training in righteousness, in order that the person of God may be thoroughly equipped for every good work" (2 Tim 3:16-17). While affirming the inspiration, authority, and absolute trustworthiness of all Scripture, I also recognize the need to study the Bible analytically lest our faith become naïve and finally mere superstition. Consequently, the continued development of the ability to read and analyze Greek grammar and syntax is essential. In Elementary Greek II the emphasis will be greater on reading than on grammar and syntax, although we will do plenty of the latter. Developing skills in Hellenistic Greek will enable you to approach the text first hand rather than be dependent on a translation. This basic encounter with Greek will increase originality and insight. Furthermore, proficiency in Hellenistic Greek opens a door to Greek culture, improves your understanding of English, develops discipline, and enhances your intellectual capacity.
Jesus stated that the Shema (Hear) was the foremost commandment of the Hebrew Scriptures: >Hear, O Israel, the Lord your God, the Lord is one. And you shall love the Lord your God with all your heart, with all your soul, with all your mind, and with all your strength= (Mk 12:29-30, citing Deut 6.4-5). In obedience to Jesus= words, may you be compelled to finish this course as a transformed person, both academically and spiritually. Indeed, this aim dovetails with OBU=s purpose statement:
As a Christian liberal arts university, OBU transforms lives by equipping students to:
· pursue academic excellence
· integrate faith with all areas of knowledge
· engage a diverse world
· live worthy of the high calling of God in Christ Jesus
OUTCOMES
1. Continue to develop an understanding of the nature of Hellenistic Greek (koine) through a grasp of grammar and syntax.
2. Recognize basic patterns through a knowledge of signals in word formation.
3. Demonstrate the development of skills in the translation of 1 John.
4. Acquire an appreciation for Greek and a hunger for studying the New Testament in its original language.
5. Be transformed academically and spiritually
TEXTBOOKS
Croy,
Clayton. A Primer of Biblical Greek.
Aland, Kurt and others, eds. Novum Testamentum Graece. 27th Edition.
MEANS OF ACHIEVING OUTCOMES
Class Preparation
The student's assignments will consist of the completion of homework assignments prior to class meetings. Oral translation of 1 John also will be graded as homework.
Quizzes
The weekly quizzes will cover material from Croy, class lecture material, vocabulary, and translation of 1 John. At least the two lowest quiz grades will be dropped to accommodate possible absences. There will be no makeup quizzes.
Exams
Three major exams will be given (March 7, April 11, and the Final). Make-up exams will be given only in extreme cases (e.g., illness, death in family, participation in an official University activity). In such cases the exam must be scheduled with Janet Burns (x2229 or janet.burns@okbu.edu) either for Thursday afternoon @ 3:30 or Friday morning @ 10:00. Exams should be made up within one week of the date of the scheduled exam.
Assessment
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Homework/Reading/Class
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100 |
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450-500 |
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Quizzes |
100 |
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400-449 |
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Exams (3) |
300 |
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350-399 |
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300-349 |
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Total Points
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500 |
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Below 300 |
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Absences
Students are expected to attend all class sessions in their entirety (no late entry or early exit). We are a community of learners and you must be a responsible member. I will not take attendance. If, however, you choose to flaunt this policy, you most certainly will fail the course straight up.
Tutoring
At least two tutoring sessions will be offered weekly. You should plan to attend one.
*Oklahoma Baptist
University complies with Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and
the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. Students with disabilities who
need special accommodations must make their requests and submit documentation
to the Director of Student Services at (405) 878-2416. The Student Services
office is in the
ASSIGNMENTS
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M 1/28 |
Course Introduction |
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W 1/30 |
Review |
Fall Final Redo for Quiz 1 |
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F 2/1 |
Review |
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M 2/4 |
Lesson 17: Third Declension |
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W 2/6 |
Lesson 17 |
HW '120: P&R even; LXX 1-5; NT 1-2 |
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F 2/8 |
1 John 1:1-4 |
Quiz 2 |
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M 2/11 |
Lesson18: Participles |
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W 2/13 |
Lesson18 |
HW '128: P&R odd; LXX 1-2; NT 1-5 |
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F 2/15 |
1 John 1:5-2:2 |
Quiz 3 |
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M 2/18 |
Lesson19: Participles |
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W 2/20 |
Lesson19 |
HW '136: P&R even; LXX 1-5; NT 1-2 |
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F 2/22 |
1 John 2:3-11 |
Quiz 4 |
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M 2/25 |
Lesson 20: Participles |
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W 2/27 |
Lesson 20 |
HW '143: P&R odd; LXX 1-2; NT 7-11 |
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F 2/29 |
1 John 2:12-17 |
Quiz 5 |
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M 3/3 |
1 John 2:18-27 |
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W 3/5 |
Review |
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F 3/7 |
EXAM 1 |
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M 3/10 |
Lesson 21: Contract Verbs |
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W 3/12 |
Lesson 21 |
HW '152: P&R 1-5;LXX 1-5;NT 1-5 |
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F 3/14 |
1 John 2:28-3:10 |
Quiz 6 |
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