Read the Hebrew Bible slowly, carefully, and in context.
Work through selected biblical texts in Hebrew with close attention to grammar, syntax, vocabulary, translation, literary genre, historical context, intertextual connections, and interpretation.
Guided Hebrew Reading is designed for students who already have some knowledge of Biblical Hebrew and want to become more confident reading actual biblical texts.
Rather than simply translating verse by verse, we examine how the Hebrew works and how linguistic, literary, and historical features contribute to interpretation.
Grammar and syntax
Vocabulary and semantic range
Translation choices
Literary structure and genre
Poetry and prophetic language
Historical and literary context
Intertextual connections
Exegetical and interpretive questions
The choice of text can be adapted to your interests and level.
Psalms
Poetic structure, parallelism, imagery, syntax, and interpretation.
The Prophets
Prophetic discourse, poetry, historical context, intertextuality, and difficult Hebrew.
Other Hebrew Bible Texts
Other books or selected passages can also be studied according to your interests.
Guided Hebrew Reading is particularly suitable for:
former Hebrew students who want to recover their skills
theology students
pastors and Bible teachers
students who know the grammar but struggle to read fluently
anyone wanting to move from textbook Hebrew to the biblical text itself
Sessions are online and can be arranged either one-to-one or, where appropriate, in a small group.
We can work through a book continuously or focus on selected passages and themes.
Tell me a little about your Hebrew background and what you would like to read.