Grammatical Concepts 101 for Biblical Hebrew

by Gary A. Long

Overview

In this revised edition of a proven resource, a recognized expert in biblical Hebrew provides a readable, linguistically savvy guide to navigating basic grammatical concepts. Designed to complement any standard Hebrew grammar, the book revisits English grammar in order to teach concepts that are especially relevant to Hebrew. Each chapter focuses on an individual concept, first explaining how it works in English, then illustrating it in biblical Hebrew. Abundant English and Hebrew examples illustrate each concept, most of them visually analyzed. The book's clear design and attractive layout will appeal to visual learners.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780801048746
Publisher:	Baker Publishing Group
Publication date:	04/15/2013
Edition description:	2nd Edition
Pages:	234
Product dimensions:	6.90(w) x 9.20(h) x 0.60(d)

About the Author

Gary A. Long (PhD, University of Chicago) is professor of biblical and theological studies at Bethel University in St. Paul, Minnesota. He is also the author of Grammatical Concepts 101 for Biblical Greek.

Table of Contents

Contents

Introduction
Part 1: Foundations
Linguistic Hierarchies
Sound Production
Syllable
Translation
Part 2: Building Blocks
Gender
Number
Article
Conjunction
Nominal
Noun
Pronoun
Adjective
Adverb
Participle
Infinitive
Gerund
Verb
Tense and Aspect
Mood
Imperative/2nd Person Volition
Jussive
Voice
Part 3: The Clause and Beyond
Clause
Subject
Predicate/Predication
Semantics: Processes, Roles, and Circumstances
Discourse Analysis
Index