THL102 Biblical Hebrew 1 (8)
CSU Discipline Area: Theology (THEOL)
Duration: One session
Abstract:
This subject introduces students to Biblical Hebrew as a basis for enhanced study of the Old Testament (Hebrew Bible) and for further study of Biblical Hebrew. Its primary focus is foundational Hebrew vocabulary, grammar and syntax. Translation of selected biblical texts into English is an important component of the subject.
+ Subject Availability Modes and Locations
| Session 1 | |
|---|---|
| Internal | Canberra |
| Internal | United Theological College |
| Distance * | Canberra |
*This subject offering contains a residential school. Please view following information for further details.
Continuing students should consult the SAL for current offering details: THL102
Where differences exist between the Handbook and the SAL, the SAL should be taken as containing the correct subject offering details.
Objectives:
Upon successful completion of this subject, students should:
- be able to read and write simple Biblical Hebrew phrases
- be able to demonstrate the acquisition of a basic vocabulary of Biblical Hebrew
- be able to demonstrate familiarity with basic Hebrew grammar
- be able to translate selected texts from the Hebrew Bible and discuss relevant issues relating to vocabulary, grammar and syntax
- be able to make use of print and digital resources in their study of Biblical Hebrew, specifically critical editions of the Hebrew Bible
- be able to demonstrate self-guided learning, including relevant research, writing and communication skills
Syllabus:
The subject will cover the following topics:
- Biblical Hebrew script and phonology
- The history of Biblical Hebrew and its cultural significance
- Vocabulary for basic Biblical Hebrew
- Nouns, adjectives and simple numbers
- Pronouns and pronominal suffixes
- Verbs: qal, niphal, piel, pual, hiphil, hophal, hithpael conjugations of strong verbs and common weak verbs
- Introduction to prepositions, particles and conjunctions
- Simple verbal and non-verbal clauses
- Simple accents
- Introduction to print and digital resources for studying Biblical Hebrew
- Basic reading and translation exercises
Residential School
This subject contains a compulsory 5 day residential school.
The purpose of this residential school is to provide students with the fundamental linguistic skills needed for the successful completion of this subject.
Activitives to be undertaken include guided spoken exercises, lectures, tutorial presentations, and tests.
The information contained in the 2013 CSU Handbook was accurate at the date of publication: 24 April 2013. The University reserves the right to vary the information at any time without notice.