Ancient Hebrew Courses

Introductory Courses

19 Nov-17 Dec 2024 and 7-21 January 2025

Introduction to Ancient Hebrew A

Class Times

Tuesdays 9am-10:30am AEDT

Structure

8 weeks
1 x 1.5hr live online class per week (recordings will be made available to students to download)

 

Course content

Alef-Bet (Hebrew alphabet)
Foundational vocabulary and grammar
Nouns and prepositions
Translation techniques 
Basics of Hebrew verbs: Qal stem and the four conjugations

Text: Selections from the Hebrew Bible

Textbook: Athas and Young, Elementary Biblical Hebrew: An Introductory Grammar (Fifth Edition)

Students should purchase the textbook prior to the first class. Australian students can purchase the book here. International students will receive information about how to purchase upon enrolment. 

Early bird price (until 31 October)

$375 AUD (standard price $400 AUD)

TBD

Introduction to Ancient Hebrew B

Class Times

TBD

Structure

8 weeks
1 x 1.5hr live online class per week (recordings will be made available to students to download)

 

 

Course content

Text: Selections from Jonah 
Foundational vocabulary and grammar
Reading fluently
Basics of Hebrew verbs: Weak verbs, Niphal stem, infinitives, participles 

Textbook: Athas and Young, Elementary Biblical Hebrew: An Introductory Grammar (Fifth Edition)

Students should purchase the textbook prior to the first class. Australian students can purchase the book here

Cost

$400 AUD

Frequently Asked Questions

What will I learn?

Our introductory courses provide those starting out on their Hebrew journey with everything they need to develop basic ancient Hebrew proficiency including learning how to read and write in ancient Hebrew and learning foundational grammar, vocabulary, and translation techniques. 

What experience do I need to have with Ancient Hebrew?

No prior experience is required for Introduction to Ancient Hebrew A. Students should enrol in Introduction to Ancient Hebrew A before moving into Introduction to Ancient Hebrew B.

Can I join Introduction to Hebrew B even if I haven’t done Introduction A?

Yes, as long as you’re familiar with the content we have covered in Introduction A. If you’re unsure about your level of Hebrew please contact Dr Mylonas via the Contact form above.

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