Hebrew for the Rest of Us

by Lee M. Fields

Publisher:

Zondervan

, 2008

Overview

This is a companion volume to Greek for the Rest of Us by William D. Mounce. This book is a guide for English-only readers to understand the language of the Old Testament just enough to work with the Old Testament in more detail and to understand the scholarly literature on the Hebrew Bible. It specifically aids students in learning:

• Why translations differ
• How to do Hebrew word studies
• What the basics of Hebrew exegesis are
• How to read more advanced Old Testament commentaries with greater understanding.

Hebrew for the Rest of Us is set up in a workbook format.

In the Logos edition, this valuable volume is enhanced by amazing functionality. Scripture citations link directly to English translations, and important terms link to dictionaries, encyclopedias, and a wealth of other resources in your digital library. Perform powerful searches to find exactly what you’re looking for. Take the discussion with you using tablet and mobile apps. With Logos Bible Software, the most efficient and comprehensive research tools are in one place, so you get the most out of your study.

Key Features

• Assists in mastering the tools necessary for Old Testament study
• Teaches elementary facets of biblical Hebrew, so that the English-only Bible student can maximize the benefit gained from original language tools
• Includes multiple ways to utilize the text, and tips on effective studying

Contents

• “Getting to Know You”: Consonants and the History of Hebrew
• “Getting to Know All About You”: Vowels and How We Got the Old Testament
• Roots, Clauses, and Function Words
• Nominals
• Verbals
• A Method to Our Madness

Top Highlights

“all narrative has three basic elements: setting, characterization, and plot.” (Page 248)

“The system that became standard is the Tiberian system developed by the Masoretes during the period A.D. 500–950. This is the system that you will be learning.” (Page 20)

“both the Greeks and the Israelites got their alphabet from the Phoenicians” (Page 1)

“A disjunctive clause is one that begins with Waw + Nonverb.” (Page 248)

“(1) set a time frame, (2) emphasize the fronted element” (Page 247)

Product Details

• Title: Hebrew for the Rest of Us: Using Hebrew Tools without Mastering Biblical Hebrew
• Author: Lee M. Fields
• Publisher: Zondervan
• Print Publication Date: 2008
• Logos Release Date: 2013
• Pages: 304
• Language: English
• Resources: 1
• Format: Digital › Logos Research Edition
• Subjects: Hebrew language › Grammar--Textbooks; Hebrew language › Textbooks for foreign speakers--English
• ISBNs: 9780310510345, 0310510341
• Resource ID: LLS:HEBRESTUSFIELDS
• Resource Type: Grammar
• Metadata Last Updated: 2022-09-30T00:29:28Z

About Lee M. Fields

Lee M. Fields is a trained Hebrew scholar with a PhD from Hebrew Union College. He is professor of Bible and theology at Mid-Atlantic Christian University (formerly Roanoke Bible College), in Elizabeth City, North Carolina.