Free sample · koine · easy
The Lamp at the Door
Vocabulary
- κώμη — village
- πηγή — spring, fountain
Grammar notes
- The repeated καί keeps the sequence direct and easy to follow.
- The imperfect describes an action or situation continuing in the past.
Comprehension questions
- Where does the story take place?
- What changes for the main character?
English translation
Reveal translation
In a small village lived a woman named Anna. It was evening, and a strong wind was blowing. Anna put a lamp beside the door so travelers could see the road.
How did this feel?