
audiobook
by Wallace N. (Wallace Nelson) Stearns
A GREEK PRIMER - For Beginners in New Testament Greek - μηδὲν ἄγαν - byWallace N. Stearns
SUGGESTIONS
ABBREVIATIONS USED
I. THE ALPHABET
II. ACCENT
III. BREATHINGS
IV. DECLENSIONS
V. THE VERB: CONJUGATION
VI. SEQUENCE
VII. THE CONDITIONAL SENTENCE
Designed for anyone who wants to dip their toe into the language of the New Testament, this primer offers a gentle, systematic start to Koine Greek. It emphasizes practical familiarity over exhaustive theory, helping pastors, teachers, and curious readers recognize words in their original form. The early chapters introduce the alphabet, basic vowel lengths, and essential pronunciation cues.
The author proposes a clear learning path: grasp the alphabet, build a core vocabulary, read passages aloud, and commit short excerpts to memory. Sample verses from the Fourth Gospel are woven throughout, giving learners immediate experience with authentic scripture. Helpful references to well‑known grammars and dictionaries let readers expand their study without feeling overwhelmed.
With concise explanations of accents, breathings, and consonant groups, the guide balances scholarly accuracy with approachable language. By the end of the first section, listeners will feel confident stepping into Greek texts and ready to explore deeper nuances.
Language
en
Duration
~21 minutes (20K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Credits
Produced by Stanley A. Bridgeford
Release date
2012-03-28
Rights
Public domain in the USA.
b. 1866
Known for writing clear, practical books on early Christianity, biblical history, and New Testament Greek, this early 20th-century scholar aimed to make difficult subjects easier to approach. His work ranges from language instruction to historical and theological studies.
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