Welcome, scholars, to our inaugural lecture on the timeless wisdom of the Classical world. Today we embark on an intellectual journey that has shaped Western civilization for millennia.
The Greeks and Romans established foundations in:
We begin with Homer's Iliad, an epic that explores themes of honor, wrath, and the human condition. Consider Achilles' dilemma:
"What is more precious - a long, unremarkable life, or a short life filled with glory that echoes through the ages?"
This week's assignment: Translate the first 10 lines of Vergil's Aeneid and reflect on how Aeneas' journey mirrors our own pursuit of knowledge.
Remember: True wisdom begins with recognizing how much we have yet to learn.
Chair of Classical Studies