FTR-OTH702
Hebrew II
Course infoSchedule
Course moduleFTR-OTH702
Credits (ECTS)5
Category-
Language of instructionEnglish
Offered byRadboud University; Faculty of Philosophy, Theology and Religious Studies; Opleiding Religiestudies;
Lecturer(s)
Examiner
C. Staps
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Lecturer
C. Staps
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Contactperson for the course
C. Staps
Other course modules lecturer
Academic year2020
Period
SEM2  (25/01/2021 to 29/08/2021)
Starting block
SEM2
Course mode
full-time
Remarks-
Registration using OSIRISYes
Course open to students from other facultiesYes
Pre-registrationNo
Waiting listNo
Placement procedure-
Aims
By the end of this course you will:
  • have an improved facility in reading biblical Hebrew by gaining an increased, intermediate level of familiarity with vocabulary and grammar;
  • be able to explain the most important elements of Hebrew syntax, especially with respect to the weak verb;
  • be able to read and understand different structures and styles in distinctive forms of Hebrew prose;
  • become familiar with the standard tools used in the analysis of the Hebrew Bible, including lexica, grammars, and electronic/online tools.
Content
This course continues the grammatical overview of the Hebrew language with the result that the student will apply more rigorous, linguistically-informed exegetical approaches to the biblical text and thus have a deeper understanding of the diversity and dynamism of Hebrew literature. We will systematically review various elements of advanced Biblical Hebrew grammar, especially the "weak" verb, non-indicative syntax, and diverse stylistic/syntactical structures. The course generally comprises weekly translation assignments from an individual text in the Hebrew Bible or a selection of texts connected by a common theme. In this course we will hone the skills necessary to undertake critical interpretation of the biblical text that has a wide range of applications for engaging the use and function of the Bible in public discourse and in theological study and reflection.
Level

Presumed foreknowledge

Test information

Specifics

Assumed previous knowledge
Hebrew I

Recommended materials
To be announced
Wordt tijdens het eerste college besproken.

Instructional modes
Seminar
Attendance MandatoryYes

Tests
Written exam
Test weight1
Test typeExam
OpportunitiesBlock SEM2, Block SEM2