🌍 Latin, an ancient Indo-European language, played a vital role in shaping Western civilization. It was spoken by the Romans and influenced government, law, literature and culture. #LatinLanguage #History
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2/📚 Latin evolved into the Romance languages, such as Italian, Spanish, French, Portuguese, and Romanian. The grammar, vocabulary, and structure of Latin provided the foundation for these distinct languages.
3/ 🖋️ Latin boasts a rich literary heritage with renowned authors like Cicero, Virgil, and Ovid. Their works encompassed epic poetry, drama, and philosophy, leaving a lasting impact on Western literature.
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4/ 🔬 Latin served as the language of scholarship and scientific discourse for centuries. Many scientific and medical terms, as well as legal terminology, have Latin roots, showcasing its enduring influence.
5/ ⛪ Latin remains preserved in the Catholic Church, maintaining its significance in religious traditions, liturgy and prayers. It connects the faithful to centuries of religious history and serves as a unifying language.
6/ You can learn a language like Latin or many other through apps like @duolingo.
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