Masters in Classical (Biblical) Hebrew
with optional specialty in Hebrew Pedagogy & Instruction
OVERVIEW OF CLASSICAL (BIBLICAL) HEBREW MA PROGRAM
The MA in Classical (Biblical) Hebrew is a fully accredited biblical language training program designed for those who already have a BA. This program consists of four to six semesters of residence in Jerusalem during which each participant completes the School of Biblical Hebrew plus an additional period of study depending upon the program selected as described below.
PART 1: SCHOOL OF BIBLICAL HEBREW
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.)
PART 2: ADDITIONAL JERUSALEM SEMESTERS
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.
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
FEES
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ACADEMIC CATALOGUE
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