There will be extensive grammatical exercise in recitation and written forms in which the student learns the bulk of Hebrew grammar. The course will conclude with selected Pentateuchal readings when the student applies grammatical knowledge to actual texts. Elements of traditional Judaism in biblical and rabbinic times. May be repeated for credit up to a maximum of 8 units. An application of grammatical and analytic skills acquired in introductory Hebrew to the rapid reading of Biblical Hebrew texts, complemented by an emphasis on critical and interpretive approaches to the Hebrew Bible.
Texts change with each offering of the course.
The beginning course in Hebrew. Starting with the study of the alphabet, the student is initiated into the rudiments of the language. Basic grammar, vocabulary, and conversation. Hebrew 1 or equivalent Continuation of Hebrew 1. Texts will be selected from Psalms, Song of Songs, and Koheleth in order to examine the varieties of poetic style.