Beginning with New Testament Greek: An Introductory Study of the Grammar and Syntax of the New Testament

From their decades of combined teaching experience, Benjamin L. Merkle and Robert L. Plummer have produced an ideal resource for novice Greek students to not only learn the language but also kindle a passion for reading the Greek New Testament. Designed for those new to Greek, Beginning with New Testament Greek is a user-friendly textbook for elementary Greek courses at the college or seminary level.  Review?Merkle and Plummer show how to get started with New Testament Greek without getting lost in an ancient language. This book explains Greek in a way that people who are not language nerds can easily understand and eventually progress towards being able to read the New Testament in the original Greek. This book is informed by good knowledge of linguistics and pedagogy, but it doesn?t drown readers in acronyms, scholarly jargon, or technical details. Lots of good explanations on things like textual criticism and word-study fallacies that students should learn in their language studies. In short, this is a book that students will enjoy, and instructors will appreciate.?-Michael Bird, academic dean and lecturer in theology, Ridley College ?Beginning with New Testament Greek is exactly what today?s teachers and students need. The layout is realistic, the progression through the material makes perfect sense, and the use of NT texts throughout is motivating. Students will benefit from Merkle and Plummer?s linguistic expertise, their masterful pedagogy, and their love for God?s Word. Students can rest assured they are getting here the very best of scholarship in the service of the Church. I recommendBeginning with New Testament Greek with enthusiasm-an abundant feast for mind and heart alike.?-J. Scott Duvall, professor of New Testament and J. C. and Mae Fuller Chair of Biblical Studies, Ouachita Baptist University ?Incorporating up-to-date research and helpful links to digital resources, here is a comprehensive introductory grammar written by experienced teachers for the serious student of New Testament Greek. Recent developments in the understanding and significance of verbal aspect, middle voice and discourse analysis are discussed and threaded pervasively through the conversational style of this work. Directed throughout at reading for meaning, all translation exercises and illustrations of grammatical features are taken from the New Testament itself. These attributes along with the many supporting materials make this a valuable resource not only for the classroom but also for teachers and scholars wishing to update or further their own understanding of Koine Greek.? -Sue Kmetko, adjunct lecturer in New Testament Greek, Stirling Theological College  ?Two of the most important elements of a first-year Greek experience aiming for student success are methodical presentation and motivational enrichment. Merkle and Plummer load this textbook with first-quality material of both kinds. Two of the leading motivational factors are extensive direct interaction with the actual New Testament text-both in the lesson exercises and in exegetical discussions showing the value of knowing Greek-and excursus introducing students to broader fields of Greek studies and resources to aid their exegetical pursuits, both in print and online. Measured exposure to ?state-of-the-discussion? questions about the meanings of the verb tenses and the middle voice contribute further value to assure this grammar has a lasting place as a marketplace heavyweight.?-Randy Leedy, founder, NTGreekGuy.com, and former professor of New Testament, Bob Jones University ?Do we really need another beginning Greek grammar? Merkle and Plummer show us that the answer is, ?Yes!? The book is written by two veterans of teaching Elementary Greek, by two master teachers, and the clarity of their teaching is evident on every page of their grammar. The book is not only accessible but also practical. They explain with helpful illustrations wh