Greek Epigraphy
 

A component of the Greek Language and Linguistics Gateway


Epigraphy is the study of inscriptions, and more specifically, the deciphering of ancient inscriptions. Several resources related to the study of ancient Greek epigraphy are available on the web and can be reached through this page.


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Organizations

 

Several organizations have created websites providing information on their own epigraphical work or brief descriptions of work with inscriptions done by others. Some of these sites provide images of significant inscriptions.


Images

 

The list below provides direct access to a number of image collections. These collections are developed and maintained by some of the organizations listed above. By placing their images on the internet they have made them available to a worldwide network of scholars interested in ancient Greek epigraphy. They deserve our sincerest gratitude.



Discussion List


 

INSCRIPTIONES-L is a moderated scholarly discussion list devoted to the study of Classical Epigraphy. Its purpose is to provide a forum for all aspects of such study. While the primary focus of the list is the discussion of inscriptions from the Greek and Roman worlds, discussion of inscriptions from 'peripheral cultures' is also welcome.


Books on Greek Epigraphy


  While many books on epigraphy are available, the following three are current and influential and provide specific discussion of ancient Greek inscriptions. Any of them would make a good starting place for your study.

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