Biblical Hebrew 2

THL241 / THL457

This subject builds upon the content covered in Biblical Hebrew 1 to develop further proficiency in Biblical Hebrew. Grammatical, linguistic and literary elements of Biblical Hebrew are studied, and particular attention is given to the translation of extensive portions of the Old Testament (Hebrew Bible).

Duration

One Semester

Availability

Semester 2 every year

Subject Points

8

Core/Elective

This subject can be your core language subject or an elective if you already have a language subject completed.

Delivery Mode

On site at St Francis College Milton; or Externally – log in to listen and participate or view the lecture via video later.

Prerequisites

THL102 Biblical Hebrew 1

C. L Seow, A Grammar for Biblical Hebrew, revised edition. Abingdon, 1995.

Jennifer S. Green, G. Brooke Lester, & Joseph F. Scrivner, Handbook to A Grammar for Biblical Hebrew. Abingdon, 2005.

The year of publication and ISBN given corresponds to the copy placed in Closed Reserve at the Roscoe Library; there may be other valid ISBNs that differ because of a different publisher or format. Please contact your lecturer or the Roscoe Library staff to confirm text before purchasing. If purchasing, we recommend that you use booko.com.au.

Prescribed Texts

4 quizzes – 5% each

Translation of a poetic text – 30%

Translation of a narrative text – 40%

Portfolio – 10%

Assessments

Content

This subject will cover the following topics:

  • Intermediate nominal morphology

  • Intermediate verbal morphology

  • Intermediate syntax

  • Continued vocabulary acquisition

  • Intermediate text criticism

  • Intermediate translation

  • Reading Hebrew poetry

  • Reading Hebrew narratives

Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this subject, students should:

  • be able to read and translate complex Biblical Hebrew sentences;

  • be able to demonstrate the acquisition of a substantial vocabulary of Biblical Hebrew;

  • be able to demonstrate a sound grasp of the verb system and all major features of Biblical Hebrew grammar and syntax;

  • be able to demonstrate an understanding of the characteristics of Biblical Hebrew narrative and poetic texts;

  • be able to complete critical translations of designated Biblical Hebrew texts, making use of the text-critical apparatus of critical editions of the Hebrew Bible; and

  • be able to demonstrate self-guided learning, including sound research, writing and communication skills.