Abstract
This subject introduces students to Biblical Hebrew as a basis for enhanced study of the Old Testament (Hebrew Bible) and for further study of Biblical Hebrew. Its primary focus is foundational Hebrew vocabulary, grammar and syntax. Translation of selected biblical texts into English is an important component of the subject.
Syllabus
Biblical Hebrew script and phonologyThe history of Biblical Hebrew and its cultural significanceVocabulary for basic Biblical HebrewNouns, adjectives and simple numbersPronouns and pronominal suffixesVerbs and Verbal paradigmsIntroduction to prepositions, particles and conjunctionsSimple verbal and non-verbal clausesSimple accentsIntroduction to print and digital resources for studying Biblical HebrewBasic reading, pronunciation and translation … For more content click the Read More button below.
Enrolment restrictions
Not available to students who have completed subject THL416.
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