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
**If you are interested in evening classes, please reach out via the “Contact” page of our website. There is a possibility that an evening stream will be offered as well if there is enough interest.
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.
Price
$399 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.