Ben has completed all the required course work for his PhD. Way to go, Ben!
But more exciting to Ben is the fact that he has the privilege of teaching Virgil next semester. Yes, he is positively thrilled that he will be solo-teaching the fourth college semester of Latin, and taking students into the realms of that Roman Master. This summer he is taking a "French for Reading" course, and enjoying Alexandre Dumas in the original. He'll also take a German reading test at some point. And next fall, he will launch into his special author subjects, along with Virgil.
God built Ben for understanding and enjoying languages, and every aspect of language, from grammar and syntax, to poetry, to fricatives. We always told him that if God had given him a gift and a passion, God would have a purpose for it in His kingdom. We are rejoicing to watch Ben pursue his passion, and Elsa put up with it so nicely. And soon we'll watch and see just what God does...
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Wow! Gifted indeed. I know you are so proud of Ben. Thanks for sharing his story - I can't wait to see the rest of it unfold.
Blessings,
Renee
What a great way to encourage someone, especially your children: telling them that God has given them a passion for a reason, and encouraging them to pursue it. Wow.
What a delight to see talent and passion so beautifully combined. I'd love to take Ben's Virgil class though I'd have to take it "in-translation" as I'll only ever be a wanna-be classicist.
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