The Frog Prince in Ancient Greek: Based on The Brothers Grimm Story

By Jonathan Christman, The Frog Prince in Ancient Greek, offers students of Koine Greek a rare and engaging opportunity to deepen their language skills through the lens of a beloved classic. This innovative translation of the Brothers Grimm’s “The Frog Prince” employs the vocabulary, grammar, and syntax of the Greek New Testament and Septuagint complemented by terms from broader Hellenistic Greek sources. Bridging the gap between beginning and intermediate proficiency (Tier 3 in AGROS), the text features a higher register of language, complex constructions, nuanced word choices, and occasional use of the optative mood. Also included are comprehensive footnotes, a vocabulary guide, and an English parallel text. The chapter and verse format mirrors biblical conventions for added familiarity. This work invites students to expand their mastery of Koine Greek while enjoying a timeless children’s fairy tale.  “One of the best ways to increase your skill in reading the Greek New Testament is