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Module Specifications
Archived Version 2017 - 2018
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Description The purpose of this module is to introduce students to classical Hebrew, the language of the Jewish Scriptures or Old Testament. In this module students develop knowledge of the Hebrew alphabet, vowel pointing, and basic Hebrew grammar, notably nouns, basic verb forms, and sentence structure. Students will also develop a working vocabulary of biblical Hebrew that can be used in future research and study. Students are expected to attend and contribute to lectures, to keep up to date with assignments, and to engage with assigned texts in a reflective and analytical manner | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Learning Outcomes 1. Identify and write the Hebrew alphabet, including vowels 2. Recognise nouns and their different parts 3. Identify the definite article, pronouns, and the use of prepositions 4. Understand basic Hebrew verb forms 5. Read and recognise the most prevalent words in biblical Hebrew 6. Translate simple sentences from Hebrew into English | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
All module information is indicative and subject to change. For further information,students are advised to refer to the University's Marks and Standards and Programme Specific Regulations at: http://www.dcu.ie/registry/examinations/index.shtml |
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Learning Activities Alphabet and vowelsDagesh, sheva, odd vowelsNouns and verbs: masculine, feminine, pluralThe perfect tenseThe direct objectWord pairs: singular and pluralThe imperfect tense | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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