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Uncover hidden meanings in the scriptures by learning the biblical languages that will allow you to read ancient texts as they were written centuries ago.

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The Department ofJewish and Biblical Studies

Visit the ancient lands of Israel and Judea in biblical times and gain a new perspective on the biblical stories and scriptures.

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    Your Joy Will Be Complete  Almost immediately after the Days of Awe—the days of trembling and repentance —Sukkot begins. We…

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"This course brings together Jewish and Christian readers
of all denominations to the understanding of the
common sources of their beloved texts"

Judith Green, Head of the Biblical Greek Department

"Start by learning the Hebrew alphabet and end up reading the bible independently, understanding the deepest verses"

Aure Ben Zvi, Biblical Hebrew Teacher

"Knowing the bible's historical and physical setting is absolutely key to access the bible's spiritual and significance"

Jonathan Lipnick, Head of the Holy Land Studies Department

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