Interesting facts about the Old Prussian language

Feb 05 2025

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4. The Prussian Language Corpus

Despite its extinction, a written corpus of Old Prussian exists. This includes fragments from religious texts, including catechisms and prayers, that were translated from Latin and German as part of missionary efforts. A few essential texts provide clues about grammar, vocabulary, and syntax, contributing to our understanding of the language.

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