- Instructor: H.G. Bishop David
- Duration: 8 weeks
Categories: Language
In this course, you will learn to read Bohairic Coptic in its modern pronunciation, with an eye towards use in the Divine Liturgy. You will also learn the basics of Coptic grammar and syntax. No prior knowledge of Coptic is needed in order to enroll in this course.
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