Greek (GR)
Subject-area course lists indicate courses currently active for offering at the University of Louisville. Not all courses are scheduled in any given academic term. For class offerings in a specific semester, refer to the Schedule of Classes.
500-level courses generally are included in both the undergraduate- and graduate-level course listings; however, specific course/section offerings may vary between semesters. Students are responsible for ensuring that they enroll in courses that are applicable to their particular academic programs.
Course Fees
Some courses may carry fees beyond the standard tuition costs to cover additional support or materials. Program-, subject- and course-specific fee information can be found on the Office of the Bursar website.
GR 101. Elementary Greek (Classical) I3 Units
Term Typically Offered: Fall Only
Description: Learn to read the masterpieces of ancient Greek literature in their original language. Explore the world and culture of classical Greece through the works of Homer, Herodotus, Thucydides, Plato, Aristotle, Aeschylus, Sophocles, Euripides, Sappho, and the writers of the New Testament. Strengthen your mastery of English vocabulary and grammar by learning Greek roots and syntax.
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GR 102. Elementary Greek (Classical) II3 Units
Term Typically Offered: Spring Only
Prerequisite(s): GR 101.
Description: Read the masterpieces of ancient Greek literature in their original language. Continue to explore the world and culture of classical Greece through the works of Homer, Herodotus, Thucydides, Plato, Aristotle, Aeschylus, Sophocles, Euripides, Sappho, and the writers of the New Testament. Strengthen your mastery of English vocabulary and grammar by learning Greek roots and syntax.
For class offerings for a specific term, refer to the Schedule of Classes
GR 201. Intermediate Greek I3 Units
Term Typically Offered: Fall Only
Prerequisite(s): GR 102.
Description: Explore readings in Greek prose.
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GR 202. Intermediate Greek II3 Units
Term Typically Offered: Spring Only
Prerequisite(s): GR 102 Explore readings in Greek poetry.
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GR 301. Advanced Greek I3 Units
Term Typically Offered: Fall Only
Prerequisite(s): GR 202, or consent of instructor.
Description: Survey of classical Greek prose.
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GR 302. Advanced Greek II3 Units
Term Typically Offered: Spring Only
Prerequisite(s): GR 202, or consent of instructor.
Description: Survey of classical Greek poetry.
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GR 303. Greek Prose Composition3 Units
Term Typically Offered: Fall, Spring
Prerequisite(s): GR 202.
Description: Study of Greek idiom and style; practice in translation from English to Greek.
Note: May be repeated once for credit.
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GR 401. Selected Readings I3 Units
Term Typically Offered: Fall Only
Prerequisite(s): GR 302, or consent of instructor.
Description: Intensive study of a major classical or post-classical prose author such as Herodotus, Thucydides, Plato, Xenophon or Plutarch.
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GR 402. Selected Readings II3 Units
Term Typically Offered: Spring Only
Prerequisite(s): GR 302 or consent of instructor.
Description: Intensive study of a major classical poet or genre such as Homer, Sophocles, Euripides or Greek lyric poetry.
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GR 501. Special Topics in Greek Prose3 Units
Term Typically Offered: Occasionally Offered
Prerequisite(s): GR 402 or consent of instructor.
Description: In-depth translation and analysis of select ancient Greek prose authors and works with special attention given to current scholarship and research.
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GR 502. Special Topics in Greek Poetry3 Units
Term Typically Offered: Occasionally Offered
Prerequisite(s): GR 402 or consent of instructor.
Description: In-depth translation and analysis of select ancient Greek poets and poetic works with special attention given to current scholarship and research.
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GR 551. Readings in the Greek New Testament I: The Gospels and Acts3 Units
Term Typically Offered: Occasionally Offered
Prerequisite(s): GR 202 or consent of instructor.
Description: An introduction into the unique language, literature and grammar of the Greek of the New Testament. Concentration on koine dialectical forms and usage via extra-biblical contemporary literature, the gospels, and the book of Acts.
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GR 552. Readings in the Greek New Testament II: The Epistles and Revelation3 Units
Prerequisite(s): GR 202 or consent of instructor.
Description: In-depth analysis and exegesis of New Testament epistles, illuminated by contemporary literature, epigraphy and papyrology. Introduction to methods of textual criticism and application to the manuscript tradition of the New Testament.
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