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The Conjunction וְהֵן: Conditional Clauses with Assertive Function in Biblical Hebrew
Introduction to Exodus 4:1 This verse presents Moshe’s objection to his divine mission, expressing doubt that the people of Yisra’el will believe his message. The key grammatical feature is the use of the construction וְהֵן, a conditional clause that introduces … Continue reading
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