Orthodox Tradition and Holy Narratives: Selected Texts, Byzantine Hymns and Customs from the Orthodox Church

We study together -from the original text along with the translation- selections from Holy Texts related to Jesus Christ’s life on earth, while exploring Byzantine Hymns and customs from the Orthodox Tradition in general. We focus on the religious, theological or historical and cultural context and at the same time apropos- check on the several primary phenomena of the Greek Language. A glance on melodies of the Byzantine Hymnology is also included in this series of sessions that unfold the greatness of Christianity!

Extra information

The course is delivered in English, it is mainly offered on Saturdays, but also on other days during the week, on demand.

Location

Online via webcam

General info

Religion & spirituality

Religious studies

Theology

Age:	Children (7-12 years old) Teenagers (13-17 years old) Adults (18-64 years old) Seniors (65+ years old)
Student level:	Beginner Intermediate Advanced
Duration:	90 minutes
The class is taught in:	English, Greek, French

About Me

Learn the Greek Language and Culture from A to "Ω". Greek for everyday life, through intensive or specialized courses, Theatrical Courses in English/Greek, Ancient Greek Syntaxis, Literature, Greek Poems and Songs, Orthodox Tradition sessions. Holding a BA in History from The Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, a Diploma in Acting, a Master of Arts in Theatre Directing from the University of East London UK, and having a -more than 15 years- experience in Theatre Acting and Teaching Greek for adults and children, I am sure we will find various interesting and playfull ways for you to get acquainted with the Greek Language and Culture.

Education

BA Degree in History and Archaeology, with specialization in History, from the Aristotle University of Thessaloniki
Diploma in Acting for Stage and Screen, and a Master of Arts in Theatre Directing from the University of East London.

Experience / Qualifications

Greek Language Teacher, Actress, Director, and a Voice over Artist on TV and radio.
With 20 years of experience in Teaching Greek
and 8 years of experience as a Tutor of Greek Orthophony and Acting training.

Reviews (14)

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Perfect

Vlad

Margarita has shown exceptional professionalism and her immense knowledge of the Greek. She adapts the curriculum based on the needs and the priorities of the student so they can start speaking Greek as soon as possible. In case some particular quirky aspect of the Greek language troubles you, Margarita will put an extra effort into helping you to understand it. She is also quite flexible with the schedule, which is great because it lets me keep learning the Greek as an after work activity. I'm very pleased with Margarita as a Greek tutor.

Osama

Margarita is a great and creative enthusiastic teacher. I enjoyed learning and we achieved alot in one class. I am able to order food from restaurant with confidence. I learned alphabet and much more about history of Thessaloniki

Alicia

Margarita is a very competent and patient teacher, who does her job with passion. she fully responds to the needs of her students and makes the lessons varied. moreover, she is a very warm and helpful person with whom it is pleasant to spend time during the lessons.

Márcia

Margarita is a very friendly, enthusiastic and professional Greek teacher.

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