Sometimes, at least, naming things is hard. (It is, some say, one of the hardest things in computer science!) But when it came to naming our initiative, the choice was pretty easy.
As we note on our about page, the name Σπουδάζωμεν is a conjugated form of the Ancient Greek word, σπουδάζω, which can mean I strive, I am being earnest, I am working hard, I am focusing seriously, etc. The form σπουδάζωμεν is the third-person plural present subjunctive, intended to have the (hortatory) meaning “Let’s strive!” or “Let’s be striving!”
That’s what we’re about: striving to learn things that are important, focusing seriously on things that matter. What that means here specifically is that we’re focused on learning two of the most important languages in history, Ancient Greek and Latin, and on learning to think critically.
We’re only just getting started, but if those are things that interest you, then we hope you’ll check back here from time to time, maybe drop us a line, or check out some of the resources we’ve created or currently have in progress.
Thanks, welcome, and… Σπουδάζωμεν!