Intermediate Latin I: Beza's Romans

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For students who have finished all of NSA Latin, or completed a year of Latin grammar, and desire to move into biblical and theological Latin, Beza’s Romans text is an excellent example of a biblical translation which is both faithful to the text and superb humanist Latin in its own right.

Course Format

Organized into 8 units, covering 8 chapters of Romans. Each unit covers one or two chapters, with transcription, vocabulary, grammar, and translation exercises, as well as lectures fully explaining the grammatical details of each verse.

FAQ

What is the prerequisite for this course?
Ideally, you have completed the entirety of Latin grammar in a text like Lingua Latina, Wheelock, or NSA Latin, with some minor readings. The grammar used in the course assumes that you have covered it already, and reviews, but does not teach old material.

How long is each unit?
This depends on your ability. Each unit has 5 sections. The transcription and reading sections are the shortest and should be completed in about 15 minutes. The vocabulary and grammar sections use Cerego, and so will take longer depending on how fast you can learn the material. The translation section is the longest. Each unit has about 15-20 verses to translation, and then a lecture which is usually about 30-45 minutes reviewing the text.

Should I take this course with or without a tutor/teacher?
If you have an excellent grasp of how language works and already have learned the basics of Latin, this course is designed to have everything that you need. But having a teacher to additionally review the material and discuss your translations (instead of grading them yourself) is a helpful tool that provides more precise feedback and accountability. If you would like to take this with a teacher, there are a number of options available at the Davenant Latin Institute.