Readings in Christian Latin: Augustine

Harvard HDS

This course is intended to hone reading and translation skills in Latin by introducing students to the writings of the fourth-century, North African bishop Augustine. The primary purpose is to increase facility and familiarity with the Latin language, developing skills begun in previous coursework conducted in either classical or Christian Latin. The secondary purpose is to be introduced to the study of Christian Latin literature, as well as the resources scholars use to study it. Special…