Three Personal Reflections on Greek
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The Value Of It
Understanding the New Testament in the
original language helps me to know the intended meaning of the text
more accurately. All this while I have been an ardent student of His
Word, faithfully using many kinds of good study aids and
translations. But through this class, I am more convinced that
nothing replaces going to the text itself in the original form. It is
most useful when I want to take a closer look at a word and a text.
It is definitely time consuming (especially if you need to prepare a minimum of one sermon a week), but it is worthwhile.
Recognizing Greek Words
I was very happy that I could get
acquainted with the 24 Greek Alphabet and pronouncing them. My
excitement grew when I began to transliterate some Greek words on the
first day of class, something that I never thought could happen. I
must say that it was not easy. Language was never my strength. It is
a challenge to me. Nevertheless I could see myself getting nearer and nearer of
reaching my goal through taking this class - to understand the Word of God
more accurately and teach it more clearly.
Remembering All The Rules and The
Vocabulary
I can remember “the rules” and the
vocabulary in one or two chapters from the notes. But more than that,
I struggle in remembering. There is always something I will miss.
I guess there is no short cut – I must keep at it. I believe that
as I revise my lessons consistently, I will get more into my memory.
It takes consistency and daily practice. My hope is that these
lessons will not be forgotten after the final exam, but will be
continually applied when I prepare for my sermons or seminars.
Hi Ps Andrew,
ReplyDeleteI agree with you that learning Greek demands consistent revision in order not to forget what we have learnt. As for getting acquainted with the Greek alphabet and being able to transliterate some Greek words, I was equally happy at being able to do that too!
Hi Andrew, may God help us to be disciplined to revise what we learnt during the 3 months break between Greek 1 and Greek 2!
ReplyDeleteHi Andrew, thanks for your sharing! I am also struggling trying to remember everything, but every small step of progress is an encouragement to keep going! Look where we are now! And we can continue to improve in Greek 2!
ReplyDeleteYes, no shortcuts :( Consistent diligence will get you to your goal, eventually. So, persevere till you see the fruits. And, like all other skills, you need to use it regularly or it will rust.
ReplyDelete"I believe that as I revise my lessons consistently, I will get more into my memory." ~ Yes, Andrew. I believe in this too. Since our brain leaks daily, we have to keep at it daily and not give up! =)
ReplyDeleteHi Andrew, you are not alone. I struggle too! Many have gone before you and you can make it too! All the best!
ReplyDeleteHi Andrew! Thank you for sharing! I too struggle with remembering everything and memorising have never been my forte haha. But I am certainly thankful that we all made it to the end of class and I believe we are at a better state than we first started :)
ReplyDeleteHi Andrew, thanks for sharing! Thanks for being a great team worker in spite of your very busy schedule. May you continue to be passionate in studying His word. :)
ReplyDelete"But through this class, I am more convinced that nothing replaces going to the text itself in the original form." - Yes! agreed! i think the translations would be suffice if we are just trying to understand the gist and the general idea. But reading it in the original Greek can certainly help us to not just know but to appreciate deeply the WOG.
ReplyDeleteYes i think you'd really be able to put this learning into good use in your ministry :) press on!
ReplyDeleteHi Ps Andrew, like you i hope that i wont forget it after the class too!!
ReplyDeleteHi Andrew, Thank you for the sharing. Yes, to memorise the vovabulary take consistnet effort and practice. Fully agree.
ReplyDeleteHi Ps Andrew, totally agreed with you. Nothing beats the original. I share your same excitement when I can recognize the 24 Greek characters beyond my Maths usage. Thanks also for sharing your passion for your teaching ministry. It is inspiring to see your dedication and commitment.
ReplyDeleteHello Brother Andrew,
ReplyDeleteThank you for sharing your learning experience of Greek. I got excited when we first start to learn to write the 24 alphabet too! And personally also been struggling to memorise the vocabs. But nevertheless, thank God that we made through! :)
Hi Andrew, I too was elated when I could recognise the Greek alphabets and process successful transliterations. Praise God for seeing us through Greek 1! All the best for your adventure in Greek 2! - ben
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