Intermediate Biblical Hebrew
| Module title | Intermediate Biblical Hebrew |
|---|---|
| Module code | THE2035 |
| Academic year | 2024/5 |
| Credits | 15 |
| Module staff | Dr Rebekah Welton (Convenor) |
| Duration: Term | 1 | 2 | 3 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Duration: Weeks | 11 |
| Number students taking module (anticipated) | 12 |
|---|
Module description
This module will build on your knowledge from pre-requisite module THE1072; Introducing Biblical Hebrew. You will focus on selected chapters from Genesis. You will be able to develop your knowledge of Biblical Hebrew through the study of the set text and further grammar.
Module aims - intentions of the module
This option module will enable you to
- Apply and to develop their knowledge of Biblical Hebrew through work on set texts and on further grammar
- Engage in the translation and exegesis of the set texts
- Consider the issues involved in translation
This level 2 module is available to students in Stage 2 and Stage 3, provided they have fulfilled the prerequisites.
Intended Learning Outcomes (ILOs)
ILO: Module-specific skills
On successfully completing the module you will be able to...
- 1. demonstrate knowledge of a biblical language by producing accurate, fluid translations of passages from the set texts and from unseen passages, with the aid of a glossary or dictionary
- 2. identify and comment on grammatical forms found in the texts
- 3. demonstrate understanding of the issues and decisions involved in producing translations of Hebrew Bible texts
- 4. compare different modern translations of the texts
ILO: Discipline-specific skills
On successfully completing the module you will be able to...
- 5. demonstrate linguistic, translational and interpretative skills related to an ancient language
- 6. awareness of the issues and decisions involved in producing translations of religiously significant texts
- 7. the ability to make careful use of core methods of study, including linguistic analysis
ILO: Personal and key skills
On successfully completing the module you will be able to...
- 8. undertake guided work within broad guidelines
- 9. communicate clearly in a written form
- 10. demonstrate understanding of the nature of language and the problems of translation
Syllabus plan
Whilst the content may vary from year to year, it is envisioned that it will cover some or all of the following topics:
- Further grammar and language work, continuing work begun in THE1072
- Aspects of L. Kahn, Routledge Introductory Course in Biblical Hebrew
- Translation of the set texts
- Translation of unseen passages
- Lexical analysis, comparison of various modern biblical translations of selected passages from the set text
Learning activities and teaching methods (given in hours of study time)
| Scheduled Learning and Teaching Activities | Guided independent study | Placement / study abroad |
|---|---|---|
| 33 | 117 | 0 |
Details of learning activities and teaching methods
| Category | Hours of study time | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Scheduled Learning and Teaching | 33 | 3 x 1 hour classes per week |
| Guided Independent Study | 117 | Private study |
Formative assessment
| Form of assessment | Size of the assessment (eg length / duration) | ILOs assessed | Feedback method |
|---|---|---|---|
| Weekly exercises in textbook | 1 page | 1-10 | Oral |
Summative assessment (% of credit)
| Coursework | Written exams | Practical exams |
|---|---|---|
| 40 | 60 | 0 |
Details of summative assessment
| Form of assessment | % of credit | Size of the assessment (eg length / duration) | ILOs assessed | Feedback method |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Quizzes | 30 | 3 across module | 1-10 | Written, oral |
| Examination | 60 | 2 hours | 1-10 | Written |
| Module participation | 10 | Send photo of notes/exercises to tutor weekly; tutorial | 1-10 | Oral |
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Details of re-assessment (where required by referral or deferral)
| Original form of assessment | Form of re-assessment | ILOs re-assessed | Timescale for re-assessment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Examination | Examination | 1-10 | Referral/Deferral period |
| Quizzes | Quizzes | 1-10 | Referral/Deferral period |
| Module participation | Send photo of notes/exercises to tutor, equivalent of weekly | 1-10 | Referral/Deferral period |
Re-assessment notes
Deferral – if you miss an assessment for certificated reasons judged acceptable by the Mitigation Committee, you will normally be either deferred in the assessment or an extension may be granted. The mark given for a re-assessment taken as a result of deferral will not be capped and will be treated as it would be if it were your first attempt at the assessment.
Referral – if you have failed the module overall (i.e. a final overall module mark of less than 40%) you will be required to submit a further assessment as necessary. If you are successful on referral, your overall module mark will be capped at 40%.
Indicative learning resources - Basic reading
Selected chapters from Genesis will be studied. The primary text to be used throughout this module is Biblia Hebraica Stuttgartensia (eds. K. Elliger and W. Rudolph; Stuttgart: Deutsche Bibelgesellschaft, 1966, 1977). Whilst it is recommended that you have your own copy, you will be provided with copies of the set text and other selected biblical passages throughout the module.
We recommend that you purchase the following core text-book, which is also available online via the library catalogue:
- L. Kahn, Routledge Introductory Course in Biblical Hebrew
Indicative learning resources - Web based and electronic resources
Indicative learning resources - Other resources
Brown-Driver-Briggs Hebrew and English Lexicon: http://www.ericlevy.com/revel/bdb/bdb/main.htm
| Credit value | 15 |
|---|---|
| Module ECTS | 7.5 |
| Module pre-requisites | THE1072 |
| Module co-requisites | None |
| NQF level (module) | 5 |
| Available as distance learning? | No |
| Origin date | 2009 |
| Last revision date | 07/07/2020 |
