> N: Perhaps starting with some grammar books like Warder? Or see the
> home page, several books. Then later on you can communicate in the
> way you like.
>
> Nina.
>

I have several Pali books: Warder's Introduction, De Silva's Primer, Perniola's grammar, Geiger's grammar, A new course in reading Pali, the PTS dictionary, and basically every available online resource (including several copies of the Tipitaka).

I have started on the Pali Primer and will continue with that and move onto another text afterwards.

However, this is not a threading asking how to learn but, rather, a thread expressing the desire to start a learning group. It would be made up of beginners, and not those who are more advanced with the language. I think that this group caters more for those who are comfortable with grammar or are further into the language. My idea is not to create a "splinter group", but to create an atmosphere for beginners, instead.

The aim is not to talk in Pali, if such a thing could be done anyway. I very much doubt this, as the language, with its lack of modern vocabulary, does not suit everyday discussion. (Though, I have no doubt that a revival movement could easily derive such words and phrases). Instead, it's like a support group for those ravaged by the intricacies of Pali grammar. :)