Deepen your understanding of the New Testament and learn to read the Scripture in its original language. Explore the poetry and nuances that are sometimes lost in translation or buried in the footnotes of your study bible.
Greek – Introductory & Intermediate
The Lanier Theological Library and Learning Center offers both introductory and intermediate Greek courses. The introductory class focuses on vocabulary, grammar, and foundational reading skills. The intermediate class builds on this by exploring advanced grammar and translating biblical texts in a group setting, with attention to their theological significance.
Courses are taught by Dr. Steven Jones, a pastor and professor with over 20 years of experience. He currently serves the Director of Global Theological Education for Hamoreh Ministries and has taught Greek at HCU, Rice, Baylor, the University of Texas, and Trinity University.
GENERAL INFORMATION
Course Fees
Both the Greek Grammar and Intermediate courses are $40 per semester.
Prerequisites:
There are no prerequisites for Greek Grammar. Prior Greek language experience is required for Intermediate Greek.
Time Commitment:
In addition to the 90-minute class once a week, we recommend setting aside 30 minutes a day for practice to make the most of your experience.
Text Books
We will use Merkle and Plummer’s Beginning with New Testament Greek: An Introductory Study of the Grammar and Syntax of the New Testament. The link take you to Amazon but many thrift online books stores have them as well.
Are language courses part of the certificate program?
Two of the six LCTM elective credits can be biblical language courses. Students must complete both semesters (Fall and Spring) of a language course for one elective credit.
The introductory course (Greek 101) takes place over two semesters, with 12 weeks of classes in each of the fall and spring semesters. To achieve competency, students should attend both semesters.
Start Time: Tuesday, September 2, 2025
Meeting Time: 7:00 to 8:30 pm
Location: Lanier Learning Center
Contact Information: Please direct your questions HERE
The intermediate course (Greek 201) meets for 12 weeks and is designed to help students apply the principles they learned in Greek 101 to specific New Testament scriptures and other texts.
Start Date: Tuesday, September 2, 2025
Meeting Time: 5:30 to 7:00 pm
Location: Lanier Learning Center