Learning Akkadian Through the Code of Hammurabi
with Josh Bowen
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May 27 - August 19, 2026
Lectures recorded Wednesdays 7:30 PM EST
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Have you ever wanted to explore one of the world’s oldest written languages but didn’t know where to start?
In this course, you’ll build a strong foundation in Akkadian by working directly with real texts from the beginning.
Over 10 weeks, you’ll:
- Learn the basics of the cuneiform writing system
- Understand Akkadian grammar, syntax, and sentence structure
- Explore nouns, verbs, adjectives, and pronouns step by step
- Work with key language concepts like verb forms, cases, and clauses
- Begin reading and translating selections from the Laws of Hammurabi
- Develop the skills to continue studying Akkadian independently
This course is designed for beginners, with minimal outside work required—though review and practice will help deepen your understanding.
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- ✔ University-level learning
- âś” Class Drive with Readings and Materials
- ✔ Community ForumÂ
- ✔ Weekly Challenges
- ✔ Lifetime Access, including Community
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Class Syllabus
Week 1: Introduction to Akkadian & Sounds and Syllabification
Begin Laws of Hammurabi #14
Week 2: Introduction to Nouns, Verbs, and Prepositions, Part I
Week 3: Introduction to Nouns, Verbs, and Prepositions, Part II
Week 4: Adjectives
Begin Laws of Hammurabi #114
Week 5: Weak Verbs
Week 6: Imperatives and Construct Nouns
Begin Laws of Hammurabi #153
Week 7: Pronouns, Part I
Week 7: Pronouns, Part II
Begin Laws of Hammurabi #209
Week 9: Special Uses of the Accusative Case
Week 10: Verbal Suffixes and Relative Clauses
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