DESCRIPTION:

This is the second half of a two-quarter Hebrew language class. Only those enrolled in this Hebrew section in the winter may enroll in this class. This introduction to Hebrew is a course designed to introduce students to the basic vocabulary, grammar, and syntax of the Hebrew Bible. Students' mastery of these fundamental aspects, along with a working knowledge of the standard grammatical and lexical reference tools, are expected as preparation for further exegetical work.

Thorough knowledge of the scriptures is essential to the personal growth and ministry of the minister. This knowledge is further enhanced by the ability to work with the original language of the text and to critically assess the available commentaries and translations of the text.

The class will meet twice weekly for two-hour sessions.

Brown, Francis, S. R. Driver, and Charles A. Briggs, eds. A Hebrew and English Lexicon of the Old Testament. Peabody: Hendrickson, 1979.

Elliger, Karl, and Wilhelm Rudolph, eds. Biblia Hebraica Stuttgartensia. Stuttgart: Deutsche Bibelgesellschaft, 1990.

Seow, C. L. A Grammar for Biblical Hebrew. Rev. ed. Nashville: Abingdon, 1995.

William, R. J. Hebrew Syntax: An Outline. 2nd Edition. Toronto: University of Toronto Press, 1988.

Mitchel, L. A. A Student's Vocabulary for Biblical Hebrew and Aramaic. Grand Rapids: Zondervan, 1984.

In addition to lexical and grammatical reference tools, books and articles will be discussed in class and made available to students in order to facilitate the mastery of the language and to encourage further development of exegetical skills.

Weekly preparation and attendance are required parts of the course. Regular announced quizzes will be given to assess students' vocabulary acquisition and understanding of grammatical and syntactical features. The final grade will be based on participation, quizzes, a mid-term, and a final examination.

LG502A.

Two-course sequence meets M. Div. core requirement in Hebrew (HEB).

Yes.