The first part of study is the School of Biblical Hebrew (SBH) in Jerusalem, in order to attain basic translation proficiency in Biblical Hebrew (48 credits). (See SBH page for more information.)

Upon completion of the SBH, while still in Jerusalem, participants may undertake additional semesters. Participants who have successfully completed the SBH will have completed level Gimel (level 3) in Hebrew. Participants who desire to complete the MA in Classical Hebrew will take one additional semester which will include completing level Dalet. (level 4). 

Those who want to qualify to become biblical Hebrew Instructors will take a fourth, fifth and sixth semester completing levels Dalet, (4) Heh (5) and Vav (6) concurrent with additional courses: See below for sample course offerings. 

SBH Hebrew Certificate (48 credits)

Intro to the Hebrew Bible Including Masoretic Text 

A History of Israel and the Ancient Near East

Hebrew Pedagogy 

Applied Instructor Training

Mentoring Internship

Teaching Assistant Practicum

Advanced Hebrew

• Level Dalet
• Level Heh
• Level Vav

Electives

Biblical Foundation of Orality

Intro to Oral Bible Translation

Aramaic

Scripture Reading Requirement for all MA candidates

Prior to graduation each student is expected to have read the Hebrew Bible. The absolute minimum requirement entails the Torah (Breshit through Dvarim), the first 12 chapters of Isaiah, and 30 selected Psalms. 

* Some courses may be available online

* Not all courses are offered every year, and depend upon availability

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