Syriac Language and Literature
Syriac Language and Literature
This major focuses on the study of the Syriac language—an ancient Semitic language—along with its vast literary, religious, and historical texts. It plays a key role in understanding the heritage of Eastern Christianity and ancient Semitic cultures.
⭐ Key Features:
✅ Learn a rare and ancient language
✅ Academic opportunities in linguistics and history
✅ Helps preserve Syriac and Aramaic heritage
✅ Relevant in theology, translation, and archaeology
✅ Offers cross-disciplinary knowledge
📚 Courses You’ll Study:
🔹 Syriac Grammar and Structure
🔹 Syriac Religious and Scientific Literature
🔹 Syriac Translation Techniques
🔹 Syriac Scripts (Estrangelo, Serto…)
🔹 History and Civilization of the Syriacs
🔹 Comparative Semitic Linguistics
🔹 Ancient Texts Analysis
🔹 Influence of Syriac on Arabic and Eastern Languages
💼 Career Paths:
✅ Linguist or Historical Researcher
✅ Translator of Religious or Historical Texts
✅ Lecturer or Instructor
✅ Museum or Cultural Center Staff
✅ Specialist in Ancient Near Eastern Studies
✅ Publisher in Religious/Cultural Institutions
✅ Manuscript Restorer or Archivist
✅ Heritage Preservation NGO Worker
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