| Unit name | Intermediate Biblical Hebrew and Exegesis (Trinity & Baptist College) |
|---|---|
| Unit code | THRSM0053 |
| Credit points | 20 |
| Level of study | M/7 |
| Teaching block(s) |
Academic Year (weeks 1 - 52) |
| Unit director | Reverend Dr. Lucas |
| Open unit status | Not open |
| Pre-requisites |
All students will need to have an adequate foundation level knowledge of Biblical Hebrew. A basic knowledge of Hebrew grammar will be assumed. co-requiste None. No more than two of the MA Language modules may be chosen with no more than one at elementary level. |
| Co-requisites | |
| School/department | Department of Religion and Theology |
| Faculty | Faculty of Arts |
One half of the module consists of the reading, translation and exegesis of Hebrew texts in class, including both narrative and poetry. Attention will be paid to elements of style as well as syntax and morphology. The other half of the module looks at aspects of Hebrew language and grammar that will enhance a reading and understanding of the Hebrew Bible. Where necessary this will include a review of aspects of grammar that have not been covered, but the emphasis will be on an exploration of selected topics that inform interpretation of the texts. Students will also be alerted to the significance of textual criticism of the Hebrew Bible, and the theory and practice of translation.
