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Further Hebrew

This course, Further Hebrew, is a 3-credit unit course designed for Masters students in Christian Theology and those interested in Biblical Studies. It consists of 21 units covering the importance of Biblical Hebrew for interpretation. The course explores elements of Hebrew grammar, including the alphabet, particles, vowels, syllables, definite articles, prepositions, conjunctions, nouns, adjectives, pronouns, and verbs. It aims to equip students with the skills to translate the Hebrew Bible and develop informed interpretations.

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100h
Study Time
13
Weeks
8h
Per Week
none
Math Level
Course Keywords
Biblical HebrewHebrew GrammarOld TestamentTranslationBiblical Interpretation

Course Overview

Everything you need to know about this course

Course Difficulty

Intermediate Level
Builds on foundational knowledge
65%
intermediate
📚
Math Level
No Math
🔬
Learning Type
Hands-on Practice

Course Topics

Key areas covered in this course

1

Biblical Hebrew

2

Hebrew Alphabet

3

Vowel Signs

4

Syllables

5

Nouns

6

Verbs

7

Pronouns

8

Prepositions

9

Conjunctions

10

Hebrew Lexicon

Total Topics10 topics

Requirements

Knowledge and skills recommended for success

Basic knowledge of religious studies

Interest in biblical languages

💡 Don't have all requirements? Don't worry! Many students successfully complete this course with basic preparation and dedication.

Assessment Methods

How your progress will be evaluated (3 methods)

assignments

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

tutor-marked assignments

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

final examination

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

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Religious Studies Scholar

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Bible Translator

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Pastor

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Priest

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Industry Applications

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Study Schedule Beta

A structured 13-week journey through the course content

Week
1

Module 1:

1.5h

Unit 1: Why Study Biblical Hebrew?

1.5 study hours
  • •Read the introduction to understand the importance of studying Hebrew Grammar.
  • •Reflect on the role of language and culture in understanding the history of a people.
  • •Consider the tips for mastering biblical Hebrew.
  • •Analyze the relationship between studying Hebrew Grammar and the future of biblical scholarship in Africa.
Week
2

Module 1:

2h

Unit 2: Hebrew Consonants (Aleph-Bet)

2 study hours
  • •Identify, read, and write the Hebrew Alphabet.
  • •Recite the entire Hebrew Alphabet in print.
  • •Practice transliterating Hebrew letters to English letters.
  • •Differentiate guttural letters and Begadkephat letters.
Week
3

Module 1:

1.5h

Unit 3: Transliteration

1.5 study hours
  • •Identify the Hebrew Alphabet with their English equivalents.
  • •Practice reading Hebrew letters with the help of transliteration.
  • •Memorize the Hebrew Alphabet with their English equivalents.
  • •Complete transliteration exercises.
Week
4

Module 1:

2h

Unit 4: Vowel Signs

2 study hours
  • •Read, write, and recite the Hebrew vowel system.
  • •Transliterate Hebrew words with ease.
  • •Differentiate between the different types of vowels (A, E, I, O, U).
  • •Practice identifying vowels in Hebrew words.
Week
5

Module 1:

2h

Unit 5: Half-Vowel Signs (Sheva)

2 study hours
  • •Identify Hebrew half-vowels and differentiate them from full vowels.
  • •Transliterate Hebrew half-vowels and know how to read them in a word.
  • •Differentiate between the simple shevas and the compound sheva.
  • •Practice reading words with simple and compound shevas.
Week
6

Module 1:

2h

Unit 6: Syllables

2 study hours
  • •Divide Hebrew words into syllables to facilitate proper reading, writing and reciting.
  • •Learn other basic particles associated with Hebrew syllables, such as dagesh and gutturals.
  • •Classify syllables as open or closed, long or short.
  • •Practice dividing words into syllables.
Week
7

Module 1:

2h

Unit 7: Particles to Note

2 study hours
  • •Differentiate between vowel marks and other accent symbols in Hebrew.
  • •Identify the presence of accents in a Hebrew text, and understand the roles they play.
  • •Study the roles of Meteg, Maqqef, Mappiq, Rafe, Silluq, Athnah, and Pause.
  • •Identify these particles in sample texts.
Week
8

Module 2:

2h

Unit 8: The Definite Article

2 study hours
  • •Prefix the definite article with guttural and non-guttural letters.
  • •Determine the indefinite article in Hebrew grammar.
  • •Practice forming definite articles with different types of letters.
  • •Translate phrases with and without definite articles.
Week
9

Module 2:

2h

Unit 9: Prepositions and Vav Conjunction

2 study hours
  • •Understand the basic grammar of the preposition and Vav conjunction in Biblical Hebrew
  • •Identify various prepositional phrases and constructions in the Scriptures.
  • •Differentiate between separable and inseparable prepositions.
  • •Practice using prepositions and Vav conjunction in sentences.
Week
10

Module 2:

2h

Unit 10: Nouns: General Characteristics

2 study hours
  • •Know the general characteristics of Hebrew nouns.
  • •Understand how Hebrew nouns are derived.
  • •Identify the gender and number of Hebrew nouns.
  • •Practice identifying different types of nouns.
Week
11

Module 2:

2h

Unit 11: Adjective

2 study hours
  • •Identify adjectival phrases and constructions in biblical Hebrew.
  • •Apply the different usages of Hebrew adjectives.
  • •Understand how adjectives agree with nouns in gender and number.
  • •Practice using adjectives in sentences.
Week
12

Module 2:

2h

Unit 12: The Pronoun

2 study hours
  • •Understand the different dynamics of pronouns in biblical Hebrew.
  • •Recognize pronoun properties and types of pronouns.
  • •Identify personal, demonstrative, interrogative, and relative pronouns.
  • •Practice using pronouns in sentences.
Week
13

Module 2:

2h

Unit 13: Verbs: General Characteristics

2 study hours
  • •Have a complete overview of Hebrew verbal system.
  • •Learn about roots, classes of verbs, tenses and verb stems.
  • •Differentiate between Triliteral and Biliteral verbs.
  • •Understand the different verb stems.

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Study Tips & Exam Preparation

Expert tips to help you succeed in this course

1

Review all the Hebrew alphabets, vowel signs, and other symbols.

2

Practice transliterating Hebrew words into English and vice versa.

3

Memorize the Qal perfect inflection and practice with different verbs.

4

Study the uses of prepositions and conjunctions.

5

Familiarize yourself with the Hebrew lexicon and practice locating and defining words.

6

Review all Tutor Marked Assignments (TMAs) and their solutions.

7

Focus on understanding the general characteristics of nouns and verbs.

8

Create flashcards for vocabulary memorization.

9

Practice translating simple sentences from Hebrew to English and English to Hebrew.

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