Hebrew

This biblical language course is designed to help you learn to read the Hebrew Bible (Old Testament) and use various tools for interpretation. Through engaging lessons and practical exercises, you’ll build a strong foundation in reading and analyzing the Hebrew text. By the end of the course, you will be equipped to read Hebrew passages with understanding, interpret their meaning, and apply insights from Hebrew grammar to your study of Scripture. The course focuses on developing skills in comprehending the language, analyzing grammatical structures, and understanding how the language informs interpretation. You will also learn how to use Hebrew texts alongside commentaries to deepen your engagement with Scripture. The key to success is consistent practice and a focus on comprehensible input, allowing you to gradually build your reading and analytical skills. Whether you're new to Hebrew or looking to refresh your knowledge, this course provides the tools to help you confidently approach the Hebrew Bible.

Format description

Course content includes daily Hebrew reading and translation, vocabulary memorization, recorded video guides, and language analysis.

Time Commitment
1 year
45-minute class discussion twice per week remotely
3-5 hours per week

Registration Notes

• This course is open to anyone and begins each January.
• Suggested class size is 4-12 participants.

Special Course notes:

The only course prerequisite is that you have a desire to learn a new language! Of course, the better your grasp of the way the different parts of the English language function will aid your learning. A sixth-grade refresher course on grammar can work wonders for your comprehension.

Can you really learn to read an ancient language? Yes... but it takes steady work. The most important thing is to try to have fun. Anxiety is detrimental to learning languages. Lessons will advance at the pace of the group's progress.