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Exploring the Importance of Studying Biblical Greek

Studying Biblical Greek is essential for understanding the nuances and richness of the New Testament. It reveals the local color and hidden meanings behind passages, enhances our comprehension, and enables us to refute false teachings. This resource covers the history of the Greek language, from Proto-Greek to the modern period, and highlights the influences of Hebraisms and Latinisms in New Testament Greek. By grasping these elements, students can unlock deeper interpretations of biblical texts, such as Matthew 16:19, and engage more fully with scripture.

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Exploring the Importance of Studying Biblical Greek

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  1. Introduction to Biblical Greek

  2. JohnStevenson.net • Under “Favorite Links” there is a section of Greek helps • Email at JohnStevenson@Bellsouth.net • Home Phone: (954) 962-1687

  3. Purpose for Studying Greek • It helps us to see the local color

  4. Purpose for Studying Greek • It helps us to see the local color • It helps us to catch hidden meanings "I will give you the keys of the kingdom of heaven; and whatever you shall bind on earth shall be bound (estai dedemenon) in heaven, and whatever you shall loose on earth shall be loosed(estai lelumenon) in heaven." (Matthew 16:19).

  5. Purpose for Studying Greek • It helps us to see the local color • It helps us to catch hidden meanings • It helps us to refute false teachings that try to misuse the Greek

  6. Three Major Language Families Indo-European Semitic Hamitic

  7. History of the Greek Language • Proto-Greek: Linear B (prior to 1200 B.C.) • Classical Greek: 1200 – 333 B.C. • Koine Greek: 333 – 330 A.D.

  8. History of the Greek Language • Proto-Greek: Linear B (prior to 1200 B.C.) • Classical Greek: 1200 – 333 B.C. • Koine Greek: 333 – 330 A.D. • Byzantine Period: 330 – 1453. • Modern Period: 1453 to present

  9. Other Influences in New Testament Greek • Hebraisms And Mary said to the angel, "How can this be, since I am a virgin?“ (Luke 1:34). …since I do not know a man

  10. Other Influences in New Testament Greek • Hebraisms • Latinisms • Names of persons • Official titles

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