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.
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
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
Endorsements
"Grammatical Concepts 101 for Biblical Hebrew has long been my go-to resource for both undergraduate and graduate students who want to see how the grammar of Hebrew compares to English. Dr. Long does not err by explaining Hebrew in light of English; rather, he skillfully compares the two languages, all the while maintaining and explaining their distinct properties. His work provides a truly helpful conceptual bridge between the two different grammatical systems. All Hebrew teachers should have this volume close at hand for easy reference to students; most teachers should assign it as a supplemental textbook."
Robert Holmstedt, associate professor of Near and Middle Eastern civilizations, University of Toronto
Praise for the First Edition
"In the real world of language pedagogy, where students' knowledge of English grammar is patchy at best, this volume is a crucial counterpart to textbooks of biblical Hebrew. Lucid and accessible explanations of grammatical concepts and terms provide students with the framework they need to understand language structures. Armed with this deeper appreciation of English grammar, students will be better prepared to think about the structures of biblical Hebrew."
Cynthia L. Miller-Naudé, University of the Free State, South Africa
Author
Gary A. Long
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.