Category Archives: Grammar

Wayyiqtol is a verb form in Biblical Hebrew that has intrigued scholars and students for centuries. Its structure and usage are unique to Biblical texts, especially in narrative contexts. In this article, we’ll break down what wayyiqtol is, why it’s … Continue reading →

Introduction to Binyan In Biblical Hebrew, binyan (בִּנְיָן) refers to the system of verbal conjugation that categorizes verbs based on their structure and meaning. Each binyan alters the root of a verb to express different nuances, such as voice (active … Continue reading →

Comprehensive Outline for Teaching Biblical Hebrew Outline for teaching Biblical Hebrew, integrating lessons, methodologies, resources, and practical applications for effective learning.   1. Introduction to Biblical Hebrew Overview of Hebrew Language Historical Context: Brief history of Hebrew, its evolution from … Continue reading →

Biblical Hebrew tenses differ from Modern Hebrew in important ways. While Modern Hebrew uses past, present, and future tenses similar to many other languages, Biblical Hebrew primarily focuses on aspect rather than strict tense. This means verbs in Biblical Hebrew … Continue reading →

The name ‘tenses’ as applied to Hebrew verbs is misleading. The so-called Hebrew ‘tenses’ do not express the time but merely the state of an action. Indeed were it not for the confusion that would arise through the application of … Continue reading →