Online Latin Classes Posted by kunthra on Jun 21, 2011
Let’s face it. Sometimes it’s hard to get motivated to study Latin. In the early stages, some people have so much enthusiasm and desire to learn, but after awhile it’s hard to get into the habit of studying Latin on a consistent basis. This is especially true when you encounter some difficult conjugations and all…
Propertius’s Poems Posted by kunthra on Jun 18, 2011
The ancient Roman poet Propertius was a contemporary of Virgil, and was a reputable poet in his own time. However the modern age has venerated Virgil virtually over all other poets. Propertius is making a comeback and some critics go so far as to say he was responsible for our modern concept of “romantic love”…
Songs in Latin Posted by kunthra on Jun 15, 2011
Whoever said Latin is dead? Recently a friend of mine informed me that the anime “Fullmetal Alchemist Brotherhood” has two songs in its soundtrack that feature Latin lyrics. One of the songs is called “Lapis Philosophorum” or “Philosopher’s Stone”. The lyrics to the songs can be seen below: Lapis philosophorum lapis ruber lapis quantus sacrificum vis…
Ancient Roman Mausoleums Posted by kunthra on Jun 12, 2011
There are some remarkably well-preserved mausoleums that date back to Roman antiquity. The ancient Romans made great efforts to respect their dead by erecting splendid mausoleums. One example of such a mausoleum is the Mausoleum of Helena. The Mausoleum of Helena is located in Rome. Emperor Constantine I originally build the mausoleum so that he…
Funny Videos on Ancient Rome Posted by kunthra on Jun 9, 2011
There’s a show called “Horrible Histories” and it presents facts about ancient Roman culture in a fun and humorous way. Take for example this video, which shows one of the ways the ancient Romans enforced discipline within the legion. If you want to read more about this practice, go here: https://blogs.transparent.com/latin/decimatio/ http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kw5vl9rqdGs&feature=related This next video…
Sayings that Ancient Romans Would Know Posted by kunthra on Jun 6, 2011
There are some wise sayings that only someone who lived in ancient Rome or well versed in ancient Roman culture would know. Take for instance this one: “Non licet omnibus adire Corinthum”. If you translate this into English it means, “Not everyone is permitted to go to Corinth.” To understand this quote, one has to…
Hail and Farewell! Posted by kunthra on May 31, 2011
In the U.S. yesterday was Memorial Day, which was a day to honor the men and women who died while serving in the U.S. Armed Forces. For the U.S. Army and Navy, there is a special celebration called a “Hail and Farewell”. The “Hail and Farewell” is a formal dining celebration where old commanders are…