Hebrew Courses

Hebrew, the language of modern-day Israel and of the Bible offers a unique gateway between past and present. Hebrew has been the vehicle for Jewish thought and literature from the writings of the ancient sages, through medieval poetry, philosophy and prose, and into Enlightenment modernity. Knowledge of Hebrew affords new insight into Judaism, Christianity, and Islam as interrelated and competing belief systems in the world. A reborn, living Hebrew is the language of modern-day Israel whose thriving economy offers opportunities in business, international relations and technology. Study of Hebrew at KU can help students fulfill their undergraduate foreign language requirement while acquiring tools that will enrich their personal and professional lives in many areas.

HEBR 110: Elementary Israeli Hebrew I

5 Credit Hours

A beginning course in modern Israeli Hebrew. Essentials of grammar, syntax and conversational practice; elementary reading and writing. Note: Students with other previous experience in Hebrew must take a placement exam. Offered every Fall semester.

HEBR 120: Elementary Israeli Hebrew II

5 Credit Hours

A continuation of HEBR 110. Note: Students with other previous experience in Hebrew must take a placement exam. Prerequisite: HEBR 110. Offered every Spring semester.

HEBR 210: Intermediate Israeli Hebrew I

5 Credit Hours

Further development of language skills: listening comprehension, oral efficiency, intermediate grammar and syntax, reading and writing. Note: Students with other previous experience in Hebrew must take a placement exam. Prerequisite: HEBR 120. Offered every Fall semester.

HEBR 220: Intermediate Israeli Hebrew II

5 Credit Hours

A continuation of HEBR 210. Note: Students with other previous experience in Hebrew must take a placement exam. Prerequisite: HEBR 210. Offered every Spring semester.

HEBR 230: Biblical Hebrew

3 Credit Hours

This course introduces students to the grammatical structure and vocabulary of biblical Hebrew. It includes basic biblical passages for students to translate into English and to analyze. The course has no prerequisites and is offered in English. Offered also at the KU Edwards campus. Please check with the Hebrew program advisor for specifics.

HEBR 240: Biblical Hebrew

3 Credit Hours

This is a continuation of Hebrew 230. It continues the study of the grammatical structure and vocabulary of biblical Hebrew, and includes biblical texts for students to translate and analyze. Prerequisite: HEBR 230 or permission of the instructor. Offered also at the KU Edwards campus. Please check with the Hebrew program advisor for specifics.

HEBR 330: Third Level Modern Hebrew

3 Credit Hours

A course designed to improve oral, audio and writing proficiencies in Modern Hebrew through reading and discussion of poems, Israeli newspaper articles and other selected materials. Not open to native speakers of Hebrew. Pre-requisite: a grade of B or better in HEBR 220 level is recommended or permission from the instructor.

HEBR 340: Aspects of Modern Hebrew

3 Credit Hours

Continued study in Modern Hebrew via poems, short stories, Israeli newspaper articles and electronic media. The course is designed to strengthen linguistic skills, enrich vocabulary and further the study of grammar and syntax. Not open to native speakers of Hebrew. Prerequisite: Grade of B or better in HEBR 330 recommended or upon permission by the instructor.

HEBR 350: Intermediate Conversational Hebrew

3 Credit Hours

Enhancement of oral proficiency in Hebrew at the intermediate level via guided discussions and communicative practices [designed to increase fluency, enrich vocabulary and improve conversational ability]. Prerequisite: HEBR 330 or HEBR 340 or permission from the instructor.

HEBR 453: Investigation and Conference: _________

1-3 Credit Hours

Independent study and directed reading on special topics. Permission of the instructor who will supervise the student's work is required. Not open to native speakers of Hebrew. Prerequisite: HEBR 200 or equivalent.