The Department of
Biblical Languages

Read ancient texts as they were originally written centuries ago and deepen your understanding of the Bible, the Holy Scriptures, and biblical history.

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Biblical Hebrew

Course Main Takeways
  • Hebrew Alphabet
  • Basic translation skills
  • Reading skills
  • Historical context
  • Hebrew syntax
Ohad Cohen, Ph.D.
Authored by:
Ohad Cohen, Ph.D.

Biblical Hebrew is a set of 5 courses, levels 1-5, in which you will learn to master the Hebrew alphabet and biblical syntax, and will become familiar with translation decisions that have been made over the ages, understanding how they have affected the meaning of the original biblical texts.

Biblical Hebrew

Biblical Hebrew Beginner

Rediscover the Bible and gain a deeper and more profound understanding of the Holy Scriptures. Read the Hebrew Bible in its original language and uncover hidden secrets that have been lost for centuries.
Biblical Hebrew – Level B

Biblical Hebrew Improved

Be closer than ever to the holy scriptures as they were originally written and take a closer look at the true meaning behind each word and biblical story.
Biblical Hebrew – Level C

Biblical Hebrew Intermediate

Take your biblical studies to a whole new level by advancing your Biblical Hebrew skills. Study ancient texts in their original languages and learn to interpret them on your own.
Biblical Hebrew – Level D

Biblical Hebrew Advanced

Get acquainted with biblical poetry, prophecies, and wisdom literature that hold ancient secrets for you to uncover together. Read the Book of Psalms, Proverbs, and more as they were written many centuries ago.
Biblical Hebrew – Level E

Biblical Hebrew Expert

Learn all about the history of Biblical Hebrew and how it changed throughout different periods. Discover the Dead Sea Scrolls and extra-Biblical literature and view them in an entirely different light.
Hebrew Reading Lab

Biblical Hebrew Hebrew Reading Lab - Advanced

This special program was designed for our most dedicated and advanced students. You will improve your reading, parsing and translation skills while being guided through the text readings by one of our most experienced teachers.

Biblical Greek

Course Main Takeways
  • Greek Alphabet
  • Basic Translation Skills
  • Reading Skills
  • Historical Context
  • Greek Syntax
Judith Green, M.A.
Authored by:
Judith Green, M.A.

Biblical Greek is a two-level course through which you will learn to master Greek letters and ancient Greek syntax, and learn how translations over the centuries have changed the true meaning of texts in the New Testament.

Biblical Greek – Level 1

Biblical Greek Beginner

Read the Holy Bible as it was originally written and discover the true meaning behind each word. Learn Biblical Greek and gain a deeper understanding of the New Testament.
Biblical Greek – Level 2

Biblical Greek Improved

Read the Holy Bible as it was originally written and discover the true meaning behind each word. Learn Biblical Greek and gain a deeper understanding of the New Testament.
Biblical Greek – Level 3

Biblical Greek Advanced

Gain a deeper understanding of ancient biblical texts, as you unlock the layers of meaning they hold to reveal their beauty and wisdom. This is an opportunity to elevate your linguistic prowess and embark on a transformative educational experience.

Biblical Aramaic

Course Main Takeways
  • Aramaic Alphabet
  • Basic Translation Skills
  • Reading Skills
  • Historical Context
  • Aramaic Syntax
Ohad Cohen, Ph.D.
Authored by:
Ohad Cohen, Ph.D.

Biblical Aramaic is a course where you will learn to master the Aramaic letters and biblical syntax, and will discover hidden biblical meanings that have been lost over centuries of translation.

Biblical Aramaic

Biblical Aramaic Beginner

Did you know that many Biblical texts were originally written in Aramaic? By learning Biblical Aramaic, you can enrich your understanding of biblical prophecies and the holy Scriptures.

Modern Hebrew

Course Main Takeways
  • Hebrew Alphabet
  • Basic Translation Skills
  • Reading Skills
  • Speaking Skills
  • Hebrew Syntax
Shira Cohen-Regev, MS MSW
Authored by:
Shira Cohen-Regev, MS MSW

Modern Hebrew is a set of 8 courses, levels 1-8, in which you will learn to master the Hebrew language, starting from the alphabet and working up to reading and writing advanced texts.

Modern Hebrew – Level 1

Modern Hebrew Beginner

Learn Hebrew with Israeli teachers and connect to your Jewish roots and heritage. Connect with students like yourself from around the world and learn Hebrew together.
Modern Hebrew – Level 2

Modern Hebrew Improved

Learning Hebrew is easy with the right method, teachers, and learning materials. This course takes you to the next level of Hebrew as you come closer to being completely fluent.
Modern Hebrew – Level 3

Modern Hebrew Intermediate

Become more fluent in Hebrew and learn how to express yourself to your family members and friends in Israel. Bring Israel into your home and feel closer to your roots.
Modern Hebrew – Level 4

Modern Hebrew Advanced

Learning Hebrew isn't as hard as many think, not when you learn slowly and consistently using the "Hebrew in Hebrew" method used in Israel.
Modern Hebrew – Level 5

Modern Hebrew Expert

Learning Hebrew doesn't only bring you closer to your roots and to Israel, it also allows you to discover and read beautiful Hebrew literature.
Modern Hebrew – Level 6

Modern Hebrew Expert

Open your eyes and heart to Israel as you've never seen it and take a closer look at its culture, history, and literary works of art with a more advanced level of Hebrew.
Modern Hebrew – Level 7

Modern Hebrew Expert

Stay up to date with everything that is going on in Israel by reading the local news in Hebrew. Be a part of Israel's culture and world and immerse yourself in Hebrew literature and history.
Modern Hebrew – Level 8

Modern Hebrew Expert

Be an inseparable part of Israel, read the newspaper and watch the news like any other Israeli and communicate with your friends and family in Israel fluently.