In this course, we will read authentic Ancient Greek texts drawn from a wide chronological and stylistic spectrum, moving from early Christian and monastic literature to classical Attic prose and archaic poetry.
The readings will include selections from the Apophthegmata Patrum (Sayings of the Desert Fathers and Mothers) and the First Epistle to the Thessalonians, philosophical prose from Apology by Plato, forensic oratory from On the Murder of Eratosthenes by Lysias, gnomic poetry preserved in the Anthology of Stobaeus, elegiac and archaic verse by Solon, and historiographical narrative from Histories by Herodotus. The course emphasizes close reading of short, self-contained passages in their original, unadapted form.
Course details:
- Sessions last 1.5 hours
- 1 session per week
- Course lasts 14 weeks
- Term runs May 3, 2026 – Aug. 8, 2026
How ALI courses work:
- ALI courses are live, online classes run by ALI Ancient Greek professors. Learn Ancient Greek from anywhere.
- Classes run on a trimester basis.
- Fall: September – December
- Spring: January – April
- Summer: May – August
- We want to make sure you’re completely satisfied. If you don’t love your first Ancient Greek class, we guarantee a 100% refund. After that, in weeks 2 – 4, refunds will be made on a pro rata basis, based on however many class sessions you’ve attended. We cannot issue refunds after the fourth week of classes.
- Read more on our FAQ page and check out our academic calendar page to see a more detailed schedule
