Exegetical Journeys in Biblical Hebrew 90 Days of Guided Reading PB

Often students want to maintain their Biblical Hebrew when they're between courses, or they want to return to reading the Hebrew Bible after some time away, but they don't know where to start. This book provides ninety days of guided readings to help students retain or refresh their knowledge and grow their skill in reading and interpreting the Old Testament.

H. H. Hardy II, an expert in Biblical Hebrew and an experienced teacher, guides readers through level-appropriate passages selected from across the Old Testament canon, encouraging them to read and investigate a few verses each day. The book begins with easy passages and gradually increases in difficulty throughout the 90 days. Each guided reading includes the Hebrew text, explanations of unfamiliar vocabulary and verb forms, and grammatical descriptions focused on exegesis. Each day ends with a "For the Journey" section, which reflects on important details and applications of the text.

This follow-up to Hardy's Exegetical Gems from Biblical Hebrew is ideal for Hebrew language students after their first year of study and for those who want to revive their knowledge and love of Biblical Hebrew. A companion volume for Greek is available.

Introduction
Journey 1: Beginning
Route 1: Genesis 1:1-5
Route 2: Genesis 1:26-2:4
Route 3: Deuteronomy 6:1-9
Route 4: Exodus 20:1-17
Route 5: 2 Samuel 7:4-17
Journey 2: Continuing
Route 6: Joshua 24:14-28
Route 7: Isaiah 6:1-13
Route 8: Exodus 2:1-25
Journey 3: Expanding
Route 9: Ruth 1:1-2:1
Route 10: Proverbs 31:10-31
Route 11: Psalm 1:1-6
Route 12: Psalm 23:1-6
Appendix: Supplemental Vocabulary
Indexes

Endorsements

"This is an outstanding and approachable resource to help students retain the basics of Hebrew grammar while also moving them forward by building their vocabulary and guiding them toward exegetical insights. Highly recommended for those wishing to revive and advance their Biblical Hebrew!"

Andrew T. Abernethy, professor of Old Testament, Wheaton College

"This volume offers what so many students need after they finish their initial Hebrew grammar classes: a guided tour through the biblical text with a skilled, pedagogically sensitive tour guide. Hardy is exactly that. Exegetical Journeys is an expertly compiled Hebrew reader that stands out from so many others by considering carefully a student's needs and growth as they become more and more comfortable reading the Hebrew Bible."

Michelle Knight, associate professor of Old Testament and Semitic languages, Trinity Evangelical Divinity School

"Have you forgotten your Biblical Hebrew, or are you seeking to retain what took enormous effort to learn? In this welcome book, Professor Hardy, as a seasoned teacher, provides exactly what students need to continue in their Hebrew studies. Full of exegetical tips and meaningful connections with Old Testament theology, Exegetical Journeys in Biblical Hebrew would be ideal as a textbook or for self-study!"

Jerry Hwang, associate professor of theology, Trinity Christian College