Coptic Paradigms: A Summary of Sahidic Coptic Morphology [Paperback]

G.E. Sterling (Author)

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ISBN-10: 9042918721 | ISBN-13: 978-9042918726 | Publication Date: December 18, 2008

Facility in reading an ancient language requires several competencies: control of the morphology, a working vocabulary of common words and phrases, and a grasp of syntax. This pedagogical aide addresses the first of these by collecting the basic forms and patterns of Sahidic Coptic and presenting them in a convenient format. It is not a full grammar, but a supplement to a grammar. The work provides beginning students with an overview of the morphology of Sahidic Coptic so that they can see the whole of a part of speech or pattern as they learn discrete parts. It offers those who once learned Coptic but have not been able to maintain it with a concise review. While the work is not exhaustive, it is complete enough that it can serve as a useful reference for those who teach Coptic. The work was developed for a course in Coptic at the University of Notre Dame. It is offered in this venue with the hope that it will help students elsewhere.

Product Details

• Paperback: 95 pages
• Publisher: Peeters Publishers (December 18, 2008)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 9042918721
• ISBN-13: 978-9042918726
• Product Dimensions: 9.3 x 6.3 x 0.3 inches
• Shipping Weight: 2.4 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
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4.0 out of 5 stars An excellent companion to understanding Coptic grammar, October 6, 2011

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"Coptic Paradigms" is an excellent companion to understanding Sahidic Coptic grammar. The student who wants to learn word patterns and how these patterns form meanings, will find this publication instructive, practical and enlightening.

This publication is well-formatted, and easy to read. While not a full grammar book, it complements the grammars by giving insight into Sahidic Coptic grammatical patterns.

I heartily recommend this publication for students who want an easy, but competent grasp of Sahidic Coptic morphology.