This unit 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.
Unit code: AL1600A
Unit status: Approved (New unit)
Points: 18.0
Unit level: Undergraduate Level 1
Unit discipline: Languages
Proposing College: St Athanasius College
Show when this unit is running1. | Demonstrate knowledge of a basic Biblical Hebrew vocabulary |
2. | Identify the fundamentals of Biblical Hebrew grammar and syntax |
3. | Translate basic Biblical Hebrew using lexicographical aids |
Also, handouts, and articles from various texts will be distributed
Type | Description | Word count | Weight (%) |
---|---|---|---|
Essay | Grammar assignment – 1000 words |
0 | 20.0 |
Essay | Weekly written exercises. Each week students will be asked to prepare a short written presentation on the previous week's topic. Total of 3000 words |
0 | 80.0 |
Unit approved for the University of Divinity by John Capper on 1 Nov, 2017
Unit record last updated: 2019-01-30 07:58:05 +1100