About Course
This beginner-level course is designed for students with little or no prior knowledge of Syriac. You will begin by learning to read and write the Syriac alphabet, gradually progressing to reading simple words and constructing basic sentences. The course provides a strong foundation in the script and essential language skills, opening the door to further study of Syriac texts and culture.
Textbook: George A. Kiraz, New Syriac Primer (Fourth Edition), Chapter 1.
Please ensure you have the textbook with you, as it is essential for following along with the lessons.
Course Content
1.1 My First Syriac Letters: Olaph, Beth, Gomal, and Dolath
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09:35
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Reading Words Olaph, Beth, Gomal, and Dolath
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Reading Sentences Olaph, Beth, Gomal, and Dolath
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Writing Olaph, Beth, Gomal, and Dolath
04:25 -
Reviewing Olaph, Beth, Gomal, and Dolath
02:37
1.2 The Letters Hé, Waw, and Zayn and the Power of Waw
1.3 The Letters Ḥeth, Ṭeth, and Yudh
1.4 The Letters Koph, Lomadh, Mim, and Nun
1.5 The bdwl Letters
1.6 The Letters Simkath, ʿE, Phe, and Ṣodhe
1.7 My Last Syriac Letters: Qoph, Rish, Shin, and Taw
1.8 Alphabet Review
1.9 Training Wheels Off
1.10 Course Review
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