Bøger af Michael Constantinides

Neohellenica: An Introduction To Modern Greek In The Form Of Dialogues, Containing Specimens Of The Language From The Third Century B.C. To The Present Day is a book written by Michael Constantinides and published in 1892. The book is an introduction to the modern Greek language and is presented in the form of dialogues. It contains samples of the language from the third century B.C. to the present day.The book is divided into several parts, each of which covers a different period in the development of the Greek language. The first part covers the language of ancient Greece, including samples from the works of Homer, Plato, and Aristotle. The second part covers the Byzantine period, including samples from the works of Byzantine writers such as Procopius and Anna Comnena.The third part covers the period of Ottoman rule, including samples from the works of Ottoman writers such as Evliya Celebi and Ahmed Vefik Pasha. The fourth part covers the period of the Greek War of Independence, including samples from the works of Greek writers such as Dionysios Solomos and Alexandros Rizos Rangavis.The book also includes a glossary of Greek words and phrases used in the dialogues, as well as notes on the history and culture of Greece. It is intended for students of the Greek language and for anyone interested in the history and culture of Greece.To Which Is Added An Appendix Giving Examples Of The Cypriot Dialect.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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His Eminence Archbishop Michael (Constantinides) served as Archbishop of North and South America from 1949 until his untimely death in 1958. Serving between two giants in Orthodox history, Archbishop Michael's accomplishments and stature are often overlooked. He worked tirelessly to have the Eastern Orthodox faith recognized as a "major religion' in the United States. He organized the youth of the Archdiocese, creating GOYA. HJE worked to lift the educational stature of Holy Cross Greek Orthodox School of Theology. He placed the Archdiocese of North and South America on a sound financial footing. He used the St. Basil Academy as a place of respite and refreshment, choosing it as his final resting place. He is remembered as a man of deep spirituality with a devotion to his sacred mission of promulgating the Greek Orthodox Faith in the United States.As Archbishop, his love for the clergy showed no bounds. His personal wisdom on the scriptures, patristics, and pastoral experiences were always shared at gatherings of clergy and also with those preparing for the priesthood at Holy Cross Seminary. This volume offers his reflections on the life and ministry of the priest. While written decades ago, his sound Advice applies for the most part today.