Fast Facts
Course:
Elementary Biblical Hebrew (SPLA011/48527)
Teaching Faculty:
Dr. Barak Dan
Language of Instruction:
English
Credits/Hours:
Academic hours: 150
Credits: 10
Course Dates:
June 13-July 18, 2019
Eligibility:
Undergraduate and graduate students or mature learners with an academic background who are familiar with the Hebrew alphabet and proficient in English
Application Deadline:
May 1, 2019
Costs:
Tuition: US$ 2,015
Housing: US$ 1,010
Relevant Academic Fields:
Bible studies, religion, Judaic studies, theology
Highlights
- Cover the fundamentals of the grammar and syntax of Biblical Hebrew.
- Read Biblical passages with the aid of a lexicon.
- Build a foundational knowledge of Biblical Hebrew vocabulary.
- View the Dead Sea Scrolls and other important Biblical texts.
+ Overview
Using modern methods of linguistic instruction, this course is designed to provide you with a sufficient knowledge of Biblical Hebrew grammar, syntax, and vocabulary to read Biblical prose with the aid of a dictionary. Intended for beginners who are students of Hebrew, the Bible, or theology, this course is approximately equivalent in scope to a first-year university course in Biblical Hebrew.
+ Curriculum
This intensive course covers the fundamentals of Biblical Hebrew. We will start with the alphabet and vowel system, work our way through identifying nouns and adjectives, and learn the conjugation of verbs. By the end of the course, you will be able to read Biblical passages with the help of a lexicon.
Structure
This is an intensive five-week program. Classes are held five days a week for five hours per day.
Course Components
- Class readings, lectures, and discussions
- Daily assignments
- Site visits and field trips
- Final exam
+ Student Life
You’ll be invited to participate in a wide array of trips, tours, and activities offered by the Office of Student Life. From a tour of the Old City to a trip to the Dead Sea to checking out the local festivals, you’ll build your own unique impressions and memories of Jerusalem and Israel.
While residing in HebrewU dormitories with other international and Israeli students, you’ll have a chance to form new friendships and get involved in campus life. A team of multilingual Israeli students, called madrichim, is also there to help you adjust to your new surroundings and give you tips on things to do. Learn more about student life at HebrewU.
+ Dates & Deadlines
Apply by: May 1, 2019
Arrive on campus: June 13, 2019
Program length: Five weeks
+ Costs & Scholarships
Tuition: US$ 2,015
Housing: US$ 1,010
Learn more about fees, cost of living, and paying for the program.
Scholarships
A limited number of scholarships based on demonstrated need or merit are available.
+ Eligibility
This course is open to undergraduate and graduate students, as well as to mature learners with an academic background. You must be currently registered at or have been accepted to a recognized college or university or have successfully completed at least one year of study at an accredited institution of higher education. Familiarity with the Hebrew alphabet and English-language fluency are required.
Apply
We’re pleased you’re applying to join us in Jerusalem. See our application guidelines or apply online now.
Applicants who require visa assistance from the Hebrew University are requested to apply no later than March 14, 2019, and to notify the Office that they require assistance. Applicants who require such assistance and apply after this date are not guaranteed to complete the visa application process in time for the program. For more information, please see here.
Contact
We’re happy to answer any questions you might have – or to chat for a bit to help you choose the right course or program.
For Questions about the Curriculum
Email Prof. Steven Fassberg
Academic Coordinator
For Questions about Admission, Housing, or Other Practical Matters
Email Us
Call us: +972 2 588 2602
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