NLL 111. Elementary Hebrew. (3 h)

A course for beginners in the classical Hebrew of the Bible, with emphasis on the basic principles of grammar and the reading of biblical texts. Both semesters must be completed.

NLL 112. Elementary Hebrew. (3 h)

A course for beginners in the classical Hebrew of the Bible, with emphasis on the basic principles of grammar and the reading of biblical texts. Both semesters must be completed.

NLL 153. Intermediate Hebrew. (3 h)

Intensive work in Hebrew grammar and syntax. Based upon the reading of selected texts. Readings emphasize post-biblical Hebrew. P-NLL 111 and NLL 112 or the equivalent.

NLL 211. Hebrew Literature. (3 h)

The reading and discussion of significant Biblical Hebrew texts. P-NLL 153.

NLL 212. Hebrew Literature II. (3 h)

The reading and discussion of significant Biblical and post-Biblical texts. On request. P-NLL 153.

NLL 213. Studies in Modern Hebrew. (3 h)

Intended for students with a working knowledge of Classical Hebrew, this course will explore some of the primary differences between the linguistic groups and will introduce students to the formal study of Modern Hebrew. POI required.

NLL 301. Introduction to Semitic Languages. (3 h)

A comparative study of the history and structure of the languages of the Semitic family. On request.

NLL 302. Akkadian I. (3 h)

An analysis of the phonology, morphology, and syntax of the East Semitic languages of the ancient Near East as they relate to the larger family of Semitic languages. On request.

NLL 303. Akkadian II. (3 h)

A continuation of Akkadian I (NLL 302) with further emphasis on building expertise in vocabulary and syntax through the reading of texts from the Middle Babylonian period. On request.

NLL 310. Intermediate Readings in Classical Hebrew. (1 h)

Analysis of selected texts designed to expand the student's facility with Hebrew. May be repeated for credit.

NLL 311. Aramaic. (3 h)

The principles of Aramaic morphology, grammar, and syntax based on readings from the Bible and other ancient Near Eastern texts. P-NLL 112 or POI. On request.

NLL 314. Readings from the Rabbis. (3 h)

Selected texts in Hebrew and Aramaic from the Mishna and Midrash. On request. P-NLL 211 or POI.

NLL 321. Introduction to Middle Egyptian I. (3 h)

The phonology, morphology, and grammar of Middle Egyptian. On request.

NLL 322. Introduction to Middle Egyptian II. (3 h)

The phonology, morphology, and grammar of Middle Egyptian. On request.