Round-Up: December 25

Iucundissimum festum Nativitatis exopto, plenum laetitae atque felicitatis vobis et vestris.

Here is a round-up of today's blog posts - and for previous posts, check out the Bestiaria Latina Blog archives. You can keep up with the latest posts by using the RSS feed, or you might prefer to subscribe by email.

Bestiaria Latina Podcasts: Today's audio podcast is Grus et Pavo, the story of the proud peaccock and the wise crane.

Latin Proverb of the Day: Today's proverb is Mitior columba (English: More gentle than a dove - the dove of peace is one of my favorite symbols of the holiday season!). You can use the Javascript to include the Latin proverb of the day automatically each day on your webpage or blog. Meanwhile, to read a brief essay about this proverb, visit the AudioLatinProverbs.com website.

Greek Proverb of the Day: Today's proverb is Ἄνθρωπος ἀνθρώπῳ δαιμόνιον (English: Man is a god to man - note the use of the Greek δαιμόνιον here, in a completely positive sense, directly the opposite of the famous Latin saying, homo homini lupus est). You can use the Javascript to include the Greek proverb of the day automatically each day on your webpage or blog - and each Greek proverb also comes with a Latin version.

Fable of the Day: Today's fable of the day from Barlow's Aesop is DE CANE MORDACI (the story of the dog who had a bad habit of biting people). You can use the Javascript to include the fable of the day automatically each day on your webpage or blog - meanwhile, to find out more about today's fable, visit the Ning Resource Page, where you will find links to the text, commentary, as well as a discussion board for questions and comments.

Latin Via Fables: Grammar Commentary: I'm presenting the "Barlow Aesop" collection, fable by fable, with my commentary on each (a more expanded commentary than is possible within the confines of the book). Today's grammar commentary is Fable 60: Leo, Asinus et Gallus, the story of the lion who ran from the rooster, and the donkey who foolishly pursued him.

Latin Christmas Carols: Today's Christmas song in Latin is O Parve Vice Bethlehem (O Little Town of Bethlehem). You can use the Javascript to include the Christmas carol of the day automatically each day on your webpage or blog - meanwhile, to find out more about today's song, visit the Gaudium Mundo Christmas Carol website, where you will find the lyrics to the song in Latin, along with links to additional online information about the song.

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Round-Up: December 24

Iucundissimum festum Nativitatis exopto, plenum laetitae atque felicitatis vobis et vestris.

Here is a round-up of today's blog posts - and for previous posts, check out the Bestiaria Latina Blog archives. You can keep up with the latest posts by using the RSS feed, or you might prefer to subscribe by email.

Bestiaria Latina Podcasts: Today's audio podcast is Latin Via Proverbs: Group 6, which contains a good saying to warn us about overeating during the holidays: Multa fercula, multos morbos.

Latin Proverb of the Day: Today's proverb is Nemo ex amoris vulnere sanus abit (English: No one walks away unscathed from the wound of love... just look at Dido and Aeneas!). You can use the Javascript to include the Latin proverb of the day automatically each day on your webpage or blog. Meanwhile, to read a brief essay about this proverb, visit the AudioLatinProverbs.com website.

Greek Proverb of the Day: Today's proverb is Ὁ λύκος τὴν τρίχα οὐ τὴν γνώμην ἀλλάττει (English: The wolf changes his coat, not his thoughts - an allusion to the famous wolf in sheep's clothing!). You can use the Javascript to include the Greek proverb of the day automatically each day on your webpage or blog - and each Greek proverb also comes with a Latin version.

Fable of the Day: Today's fable of the day from Barlow's Aesop is DE MILVO AEGROTO (the story of the sick kite and the wise words spoken by his mother). You can use the Javascript to include the fable of the day automatically each day on your webpage or blog - meanwhile, to find out more about today's fable, visit the Ning Resource Page, where you will find links to the text, commentary, as well as a discussion board for questions and comments.

Latin Via Fables: Grammar Commentary: I'm presenting the "Barlow Aesop" collection, fable by fable, with my commentary on each (a more expanded commentary than is possible within the confines of the book). Today's grammar commentary is Fable 59: Hirundo et Aliae Aviculae, the story of the swallow and show she came to dwell in human houses, instead of with the other birds of the field.

Latin Christmas Carols: Today's Christmas song in Latin is En, Nocte Venit Media (It Came Upon The Midnight Clear). You can use the Javascript to include the Christmas carol of the day automatically each day on your webpage or blog - meanwhile, to find out more about today's song, visit the Gaudium Mundo Christmas Carol website, where you will find the lyrics to the song in Latin, along with links to additional online information about the song:

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Round-Up: December 23

Here is a round-up of today's blog posts - and for previous posts, check out the Bestiaria Latina Blog archives. You can keep up with the latest posts by using the RSS feed, or you might prefer to subscribe by email.

Bestiaria Latina Podcasts: Today's audio podcast is De Accipitre et Luscinia, the sad story of the hawk and the nightingale.

Latin Proverb of the Day: Today's proverb is Cum vinum intrat, exit sapientia (English: When wine enters, wisdom exits - a good saying to keep in mind during the season of holiday parties!). You can use the Javascript to include the Latin proverb of the day automatically each day on your webpage or blog. Meanwhile, to read a brief essay about this proverb, visit the AudioLatinProverbs.com website.

Greek Proverb of the Day: Today's proverb is Τὸ σκαμβὸν ξύλον, οὐδέ ποτ' ὀρθόν (English: The bent wood doesn't ever grow straight - a metaphor from the world of nature that you can apply to all kinds of human endeavors and situations). You can use the Javascript to include the Greek proverb of the day automatically each day on your webpage or blog - and each Greek proverb also comes with a Latin version.

Fable of the Day: Today's fable of the day from Barlow's Aesop is DE LUPO ET SUE (the fable of the wolf's pretend friendship for the sow in labor). You can use the Javascript to include the fable of the day automatically each day on your webpage or blog - meanwhile, to find out more about today's fable, visit the Ning Resource Page, where you will find links to the text, commentary, as well as a discussion board for questions and comments.

Latin Via Fables: Grammar Commentary: I'm presenting the "Barlow Aesop" collection, fable by fable, with my commentary on each (a more expanded commentary than is possible within the confines of the book). Today's grammar commentary is Fable 58: Quercus et Arundo, the story of the oak who learned a lesson in flexibility from the reed.

Latin Christmas Carols: Today's Christmas song in Latin is Veni, Veni Emmanuel! (a carol based on the "antiphons" sung during Advent, dating back to the 8th century). You can use the Javascript to include the Christmas carol of the day automatically each day on your webpage or blog - meanwhile, to find out more about today's song, visit the Gaudium Mundo Christmas Carol website, where you will find the lyrics to the song in Latin, along with links to additional online information about the song:

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Round-Up: December 22

Here is a round-up of today's blog posts - and for previous posts, check out the Bestiaria Latina Blog archives. You can keep up with the latest posts by using the RSS feed, or you might prefer to subscribe by email.

Ning Blog: I've posted something that might be of interest in my Ning Blog, "Quizzes for Learning" - an outline about how to make the best use of Quia.com quizzes as a positive learning experience.

Bestiaria Latina Podcasts: Today's audio podcast is Vulgate Verses: Group 3, which includes this wonderful saying from II Corinthians: Estis templum Dei vivi.

Latin Proverb of the Day: Today's proverb is Cuique suum studium (English: To each his own enthusiasm - a great saying for all Latin students to keep in mind: you should discover what you are most passionate about in your study of Latin, and pursue that goal; don't let anybody else decide that for you). You can use the Javascript to include the Latin proverb of the day automatically each day on your webpage or blog. Meanwhile, to read a brief essay about this proverb, visit the AudioLatinProverbs.com website.

Greek Proverb of the Day: Today's proverb is Ἅπας μήν ἀὴρ ἁετῲ περάσιμος· ἅπασα δὲ χθὼν ἀνδρὶ γενναίῳ πατρίς (English: The eagle can cross any stretch of air, and the excellent man is at home in any land - in other words, your quality of spirit can free you to be a 'citizen of the world'). You can use the Javascript to include the Greek proverb of the day automatically each day on your webpage or blog - and each Greek proverb also comes with a Latin version.

Fable of the Day: Today's fable of the day from Barlow's Aesop is DE AUCUPE ET PERDICE (the story of the partridge who tried to strike a bargain with the birdcatcher). You can use the Javascript to include the fable of the day automatically each day on your webpage or blog - meanwhile, to find out more about today's fable, visit the Ning Resource Page, where you will find links to the text, commentary, as well as a discussion board for questions and comments.

Latin Via Fables: Grammar Commentary: I'm presenting the "Barlow Aesop" collection, fable by fable, with my commentary on each (a more expanded commentary than is possible within the confines of the book). Today's grammar commentary is Fable 57: Lepus et Testudo, the famous story of the race between the tortoise and the hare.

Latin Christmas Carols: Today's Christmas song in Latin is Corde Natus Ex Parentis (a hymn with lyrics by the 4th-century poet Prudentius). You can use the Javascript to include the Christmas carol of the day automatically each day on your webpage or blog - meanwhile, to find out more about today's song, visit the Gaudium Mundo Christmas Carol website, where you will find the lyrics to the song in Latin, along with links to additional online information about the song:

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Round-Up: December 21

Here is a round-up of today's blog posts - and for previous posts, check out the Bestiaria Latina Blog archives. You can keep up with the latest posts by using the RSS feed, or you might prefer to subscribe by email.

Ning Blog: I've posted something that might be of interest in my Ning Blog, "Quia Quizzes for Frequently Used Nouns" (an explanation of the different noun quiz materials I've created at Quia.com, along with tips about the best order in which to do the quizzes).

Bestiaria Latina Podcasts: Today's audio podcast is De Vulpe et Uva, a Latin version of LaFontaine's fable of the fox and the grapes.

Latin Proverb of the Day: Today's proverb is Maximae divitiae non desiderare divitias (English: The greatest wealth is not to desire wealth - a good motto to keep in mind during an economic downturn!). You can use the Javascript to include the Latin proverb of the day automatically each day on your webpage or blog. Meanwhile, to read a brief essay about this proverb, visit the AudioLatinProverbs.com website.

Greek Proverb of the Day: Today's proverb is Πέτρας σπείρεις (English: You are sowing stones... which is to say: nothing is going to result from your efforts - you need to sow seeds instead). You can use the Javascript to include the Greek proverb of the day automatically each day on your webpage or blog - and each Greek proverb also comes with a Latin version.

Fable of the Day: Today's fable of the day from Barlow's Aesop is DE VITULA ET BOVE (the sad story of a heifer who did not understand the value of hard work). You can use the Javascript to include the fable of the day automatically each day on your webpage or blog - meanwhile, to find out more about today's fable, visit the Ning Resource Page, where you will find links to the text, commentary, as well as a discussion board for questions and comments.

Latin Via Fables: Grammar Commentary: I'm presenting the "Barlow Aesop" collection, fable by fable, with my commentary on each (a more expanded commentary than is possible within the confines of the book). Today's grammar commentary is Fable 55: Canis et Umbra, the famous story of the greedy dog who was fooled by his own reflection.

Latin Christmas Carols: Today's Christmas song in Latin is Silens Nox (Silent Night - seven different versions, in fact!). You can use the Javascript to include the Christmas carol of the day automatically each day on your webpage or blog - meanwhile, to find out more about today's song, visit the Gaudium Mundo Christmas Carol website, where you will find the lyrics to the song in Latin, along with links to additional online information about the song:

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Round-Up: December 20

Here is a round-up of today's blog posts - and for previous posts, check out the Bestiaria Latina Blog archives. You can keep up with the latest posts by using the RSS feed, or you might prefer to subscribe by email.

Bestiaria Latina Podcasts: Today's audio podcast is Fable: Haedus et Lupus, the story of a kid who taunted a wolf.

Latin Proverb of the Day: Today's proverb is Non mare transisset, pavidus si nauta fuisset (English: The sailor would not have crossed the sea, if he had been afraid - what a great use of the pluperfect subjunctive for making a proverb!). You can use the Javascript to include the Latin proverb of the day automatically each day on your webpage or blog. Meanwhile, to read a brief essay about this proverb, visit the AudioLatinProverbs.com website.

Greek Proverb of the Day: Today's proverb is Λύκος ποιμήν (English: The wolf as shepherd - something like putting the fox in charge of the henhouse). You can use the Javascript to include the Greek proverb of the day automatically each day on your webpage or blog - and each Greek proverb also comes with a Latin version.

Fable of the Day: Today's fable of the day from Barlow's Aesop is DE LUPO OVIS PELLE INDUTO (a fable from Abstemius about the wolf in sheep's clothing). You can use the Javascript to include the fable of the day automatically each day on your webpage or blog - meanwhile, to find out more about today's fable, visit the Ning Resource Page, where you will find links to the text, commentary, as well as a discussion board for questions and comments.

Latin Via Fables: Grammar Commentary: I'm presenting the "Barlow Aesop" collection, fable by fable, with my commentary on each (a more expanded commentary than is possible within the confines of the book). Today's grammar commentary is Fable 54: Equus et Leo, the story of the lion who pretended to be a doctor (a good pairing with the fable about the wolf pretending to be a sheep!).

Latin Christmas Carols: Today's Christmas song in Latin is Lapsi Caelo Super Gentes (Angels We Have Heard On High). You can use the Javascript to include the Christmas carol of the day automatically each day on your webpage or blog - meanwhile, to find out more about today's song, visit the Gaudium Mundo Christmas Carol website, where you will find the lyrics to the song in Latin, along with links to additional online information about the song:

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The Aesopus Ning is now open for business - so for more fables and to share your questions and comments with others, come visit the Ning!