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Vincit qui se vincit. He conquers who conquers himself.

​The XIV reasons to learn Latin

1. Lifts academic outcomes in other subjects
2. Assists understanding of mathematical concepts
3. Strengthens English literacy skills and love of words
4. Facilitates learning another language
5. Enables a student to read the classics in their original language
6. Equips a student to read the NT* in the language closest to the original
7. Broadens interest in music, art, film, and games
8. Provides exposure to ancient history and cosmology
9. Eases archaeological research
10. Makes way for a better understanding of philosophical and theological ideas
11. Prepares pupils for scientific, legal, or medical careers
12. Equips a child for coding and computer programming
13. Improves debating skills, writing skills, and preciseness
14. Turns a young man into a badass

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*NT New Testament
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English is rich in vocabulary and has continued borrowing throughout its history. About 60% of English words are of Latin origin as a result of borrowing. (truman.edu)

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