Hebrew (HEBR)

HEBR 1100a, Elementary Modern Hebrew IDina Roginsky

Introduction to the language of contemporary Israel, both spoken and written. Fundamentals of grammar; extensive practice in speaking, reading, and writing under the guidance of a native speaker.  L11½ Course cr
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HEBR 1170a / RLST 1030a, Elementary Biblical Hebrew IDina Roginsky

An introduction to biblical Hebrew. Intensive instruction in grammar and vocabulary, supplemented by readings from the Bible. No prior knowledge of Hebrew required.  L1
TTh 2:30pm-3:45pm

HEBR 1200b, Elementary Modern Hebrew IIOrit Yeret

Continuation of HEBR 110. Introduction to the language of contemporary Israel, both spoken and written. Fundamentals of grammar; extensive practice in speaking, reading, and writing under the guidance of a native speaker. Prerequisite: HEBR 110 or equivalent.  L21½ Course cr
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HEBR 1270b, Elementary Biblical Hebrew IIEric Reymond

Continuation of HEBR 117. Prerequisite: HEBR 117.  L2
MWF 8:20am-9:10am

* HEBR 1300a, Intermediate Modern Hebrew IOrit Yeret

Review and continuation of grammatical study, leading to a deeper understanding of style and usage. Focus on selected readings and on writing, comprehension, and speaking skills. Prerequisite: HEBR 1200 or equivalent.  L3RP1½ Course cr
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* HEBR 1370a, Intermediate Biblical Hebrew IEric Reymond

Review and continuation of grammatical study leading to a deeper comprehension of biblical Hebrew style. Focus on extended reading of biblical narrative, poetry, prophecy, and Wisdom texts. Prerequisite: HEBR 1270 or equivalent.  L3
TTh 9am-10:15am

HEBR 1400b, Intermediate Modern Hebrew IINetta Sovinsky

Continuation of HEBR 130. Review and continuation of grammatical study leading to a deeper comprehension of style and usage. Focus on selected readings and on writing, comprehension, and speaking skills. Prerequisite: HEBR 130 or equivalent.  L4RP1½ Course cr
MTWThF 10:30am-11:20am

* HEBR 1510a / JDST 4209 / MMES 1159a, Conversational Hebrew: Israeli MediaShiri Goren

An advanced Hebrew course for students interested in practicing and enhancing conversational skills. Focus on listening comprehension and on various forms of discussion, including practical situations, online interactions, and content analysis. Prerequisite: HEBR 1400 or permission of instructor.  L5
TTh 11:35am-12:50pm

* HEBR 1570a / JDST 4205a, Reading Between the Panels: Visual Narratives and the Culture of Hebrew Graphic NovelsShiri Goren

Focusing on Hebrew graphic novels, an emerging genre in contemporary Israeli literature this course provides an opportunity for advanced Modern Hebrew students to engage with complex and creative narratives representing diverse aspects of Israeli society. The class focuses on developing, enhancing, and strengthening students’ linguistic performances across the four language domains. Simultaneously, students engage in a high-level theoretical and textual analysis of the works in question. Most of the works studied have not been translated into English or other languages. Therefore, the only way for students to access the majority of these compelling texts is by reading them in the target language. Prerequisite: Placement exam or permission of instructor.  L5, HURP
TTh 2:30pm-3:45pm

* HEBR 1640b / JDST 4217 / MMES 1167b, Biblical to Modern Hebrew for Reading KnowledgeDina Roginsky

Instruction in the linguistic needs of students who have reading knowledge of Biblical Hebrew but cannot read or converse in Modern Hebrew. Concentration on reading comprehension of Modern Hebrew for research purposes, particularly scholarly texts tailored to students’ areas of interest. Two years of Biblical or Modern Hebrew studies, or permission of the instructor.  RP
TTh 11:35am-12:50pm

* HEBR 1690b / JDST 4203 / LING 1650b / MMES 1162b, Languages in Dialogue: Hebrew and ArabicDina Roginsky

Hebrew and Arabic are closely related as sister Semitic languages. They have a great degree of grammatical, morphological, and lexical similarity. Historically, Arabic and Hebrew have been in cultural contact in various places and in different aspects. This advanced Hebrew language class explores linguistic similarities between the two languages as well as cultural comparisons of the communities, built on mutual respect. Students benefit from a section in which they gain a basic exposure to Arabic, based on its linguistic similarity to Hebrew. Conducted in Hebrew. Prerequisite: HEBR 1400, or placement test, or permission of the instructor.  L5, HURP
TTh 2:30pm-3:45pm