Biblical Hebrew 3: module 1

Further your knowledge of Hebrew grammar and develop your ability to translate from the Bible. Suitable for those who have completed Biblical Hebrew Level 1 and 2 at City Lit or have an equivalent knowledge.
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  • Start Date: 30 Sep 2026
    End Date: 02 Dec 2026
    Wed (Evening): 18:00 - 19:30
    Online
    Location: Online
    Duration: 10 sessions (over 10 weeks)
    Course Code: RH526
    Tutors:  Rachel Montagu
    Full fee £239.00 Senior fee £239.00 Concession £155.00
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Full fee £239.00 Senior fee £239.00 Concession £155.00

What is the course about?

Translating Biblical Hebrew.

What will we cover?

We will complete Ruth and read Jonah. We will also revise verb forms already learned and learn Niphal, Hitpael, Iussive and Cohortative.

What will I achieve?
By the end of this course you should be able to...

Translate more fluently, recognising more verb forms.

What level is the course and do I need any particular skills?

You need to have completed Biblical Hebrew 1 and 2 or an equivalent Beginners and Intermediate course in Biblical Hebrew (at least two years of study). As this course is taught in English, please read the outline carefully to decide if you may benefit from support with your English skills to help you take part fully in this class.

How will I be taught, and will there be any work outside the class?

Reading Bible texts, translating and analysing and textbook grammar information. You will be asked to prepare the texts beforehand. As the course is taught in English, please read the outline carefully to decide if you may benefit from support with your English skills to help you take part fully in this class.

Are there any other costs? Is there anything I need to bring?

You will need to bring the textbook each week: The First Hebrew Primer Third Edition: The Adult Beginners Path to Biblical Hebrew by Simon Resnikoff and Motzkin, published by EKS, California. This can be purchased from John Trotter at Manor House Books for £39.50, and also from Amazon and other online sellers.

When I've finished, what course can I do next?

Biblical Hebrew 3 module 2.

Rachel Montagu
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