David Noe
Greek and Latin Consultant, Classical Education and Translation
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About Me
I’ve spent over 34 years immersed in the world of Greek and Latin, first as a student and eventually as a teacher and researcher. My journey in the Classics has taken me from the lecture halls of the University of Iowa, where I earned my Ph.D. , to various colleges and five different seminaries where I’ve had the privilege of teaching. Currently, I serve as Professor of Classics, Emeritus at Calvin University in Grand Rapids. My work often centers on bridging the gap between ancient texts and modern readers, whether I’m acting as a Scholar in Residence at Puritan Reformed Theological Seminary or working as a fellow for the Meeter Center for Calvin Studies. My expertise isn't just academic; it's deeply rooted in ancient and medieval philosophy, classical history, and theology. I’ve dedicated much of my career to high-level translation, bringing the works of figures like Theodore Beza and John Calvin into English for the first time. I also have a passion for spoken Latin and regularly lead immersive conferences to help others experience the language as a living, breathing tool for communication. When I’m not translating 17th-century manuscripts or teaching, you can find me: Serving as the pastor for Reformation Orthodox Presbyterian Church. Managing LatinPerDiem and AdNavseam, digital projects designed to make Latin and Greek accessible to everyone. Training in strength athletics, where I focus on powerlifting the big three. I believe that these "dead" languages are actually full of life, and I love finding new ways to share their history and wisdom with the world.
How I Can Help
I can assist you in several specialized areas, drawing on my deep background in the classical world, linguistics, and theology. Here is how I can help: Pedagogy and Language Instruction With over 34 years of experience studying and teaching Greek and Latin, I provide expert guidance on language acquisition. This includes: Curriculum Development: I have designed course manuals for correspondence learning and served as a faculty mentor for teaching excellence. Active Language Learning: I am an advocate for and practitioner of spoken Latin, having facilitated numerous immersive conferences to help students and teachers treat the language as a living tool. Instructional Media: I manage digital platforms like LatinPerDiem that provide accessible video instruction for an international audience. Onomastics and Language Consultation My work often involves the technical application of classical languages to modern and historical contexts: Technical Naming: I have experience collaborating with scientific researchers, such as assisting biologists in the formal naming of newly-discovered bacterial strains. Translation and Review: I provide high-level translation and editorial review for complex 16th- and 17th-century theological and philosophical Latin texts. Standards and Style: I have chaired committees tasked with updating the language of historical standards to ensure they remain accurate and accessible. Historical Theology: I specialize in Reformed Scholasticism and the works of figures like Theodore Beza and John Calvin, providing historical context for modern theological inquiries. Theological Ethics: I have published research on natural theology and the intersection of pagan thought and Christian preaching. Academic and Research Expertise I can provide deep-dive analysis on subjects like Ancient and Medieval philosophy, Classical history, the Reformation, and more. Whether you are looking for a summary of ancient legal speeches or research into 16th and 7th-century Latin literature, I bring decades of scholarly rigor to the task.
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