Scholars’ Hebrew Lab - Discovery

Level Advanced

This transformative course invites Biblical Hebrew Level C graduates to encounter God's living Word in its original form. Each week, you'll engage in sacred dialogue with authentic biblical texts through careful reading, translation and reflection. As you explore prose and poetic passages, you'll grow your Biblical Hebrew skills while discovering hidden treasures of divine wisdom that deepen your relationship with God.

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  • Those interested in putting their Hebrew skills to practice
  • Those interested in maintaining and growing their Hebrew skills
  • Biblical Hebrew Level C graduates ready for rapid linguistic and spiritual growth

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Ready to take your Biblical Hebrew to a whole new level?

Grow your reading and translation skills through exhilarating exploration of beloved texts from the Hebrew Bible/Old Testament.

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Why Study the Scholars’ Hebrew Lab - Discovery?

See Scripture differently

See Scripture differently

Discover meanings and connections lost in translation.

Enrich your faith

Enrich your faith

Experience God's Word as it was originally written.

Expand your knowledge

Expand your knowledge

Build confidence reading real biblical texts independently.

Illuminate your walk with God

Reading Scripture in Hebrew transforms your Bible study as ancient words reveal God's deeper message, strengthening your connection to faith's foundational roots.

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Study the Bible with world-class experts

Get to know our experienced faculty members, specializing in Biblical studies with degrees from prestigious universities worldwide. They will support your learning journey every step of the way.

Eliyahu (Eli) Lizorkin Eyzenberg, PhD
Annie Caruso, PhD
Stephen Kim
Dr. Verónica Moreno Arjona
Don Peterman, MAJCS, Rabbi
Marvin Meital, PhD
Fiona Blumfield MA, PhD

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Syllabus Summary

This sacred journey through Biblical Hebrew prose and poetry focuses on divine encounters with the Patriarchs and Judges. Walk alongside Abraham through his covenant journey, witness the Binding of Isaac as it was originally revealed. Discover the prophetic beauty of Balaam's oracles and the poetic wisdom of Psalms. Then follow Gideon's transformation from doubt to faith as God calls him to deliver Israel from the Midianites, exploring themes of divine warfare. These carefully chosen ancient Hebrew texts reveal layers of meaning that can only be discovered in the original sacred language.

  • 1. Abraham’s First Steps of Faith (Part 1)

    Welcome! After defining the course goals, we begin in Genesis 11-12 with Abraham as he sets out on his journey of faith. Then the focus moves to the Covenant of the Pieces.

  • 2. Abraham’s First Steps of Faith (Part 2) & The Covenant of the Pieces (Part 1)

    We continue in Genesis 12 with Abraham as he sets out on his journey of faith. Then the focus moves to the Covenant of the Pieces.

  • 3. The Covenant of the Pieces (Part 2)

    We continue in the Covenant of the Pieces.

  • 4. The Birth of Ishmael (Part 1)

    In this unit, we explore the birth of Ishmael.

  • 5. The Birth of Ishmael (Part 2) & The Covenant of Circumcision (Part 1)

    We continue in exploring the birth of Ishmael including the name given to God by Hagar, and then read of the promise of the birth of Isaac and the command of circumcision.

  • 6. The Covenant of Circumcision (Part 2)

    We continue in the command of circumcision.

  • 7. The Birth of Isaac in Gerar (Part 1)

    The birth of Isaac is the focus of this unit.

  • 8. The Birth of Isaac in Gerar (Part 2)

    The departure of Ishmael from Gerar of the Philistines where the family lived. The covenant with the king of Gerar.

  • 9. The Birth of Isaac in Gerar (Part 3)

    We continue with the covenant with the king of Gerar

  • 10. The Binding of Isaac (Part 1)

    This unit explores the Binding of Isaac and its conceptual and linguistic connections with Abraham’s early call to faith and the surprising connection with the story of Balaam.

  • 11. The Binding of Isaac (Part 2)

    We continue exploring the Binding of Isaac and its conceptual and linguistic connections with Abraham’s early call to faith.

  • 12. Balaam and the Donkey (Part 1)

    The surprising connection between Abraham’s early call to faith and the story of Balaam.

  • 13. Balaam and the Donkey (Part 2)

    We continue exploring the surprising connection between Abraham’s early call to faith and the story of Balaam.

  • 14. Psalm Featuring Abraham (Part 1)

    The content of Psalm 105 reminds the reader of Abraham in multiple ways, and it serves not only to reflect on the story of his life but also to make progress in poetic language.

  • 15. Psalm Featuring Abraham (Part 2)

    The content of Psalm 105 reminds the reader of Abraham in multiple ways, and it serves not only to reflect on the story of his life but also to make progress in poetic language. (cont.)

  • 16. Finding Rebekah (Part 1)

    The story of finding Rebekah from Genesis 24, while connecting it to the stories of Abraham and Sarah as well as Jacob and Joseph.

  • 17. Finding Rebekah (Part 2)

    The story of finding Rebekah from Genesis 24, while connecting it to the stories of Abraham and Sarah as well as Jacob and Joseph. (cont.)

  • 18. Finding Rebekah (Part 3)

    The story of finding Rebekah from Genesis 24, while connecting it to the stories of Abraham and Sarah as well as Jacob and Joseph. (cont.)

  • 19. Finding Rebekah (Part 4)

    The story of finding Rebekah also draws connections between the promises given to her and those given to Abraham after the Binding of Isaac.

  • 20. Finding Rebekah (Part 5)

    The story of finding Rebekah also draws connections between the promises given to her and those given to Abraham after the Binding of Isaac. (cont.)

  • 21. Gideon Becomes a Warrior (Part 1)

    In this unit, the focus shifts to Judges 6 that tells of how Gideon emerged from the shadows in response to the call of God to become a warrior against the Midianites.

  • 22. Gideon Becomes a Warrior (Part 2)

    We continue focusing on Gideon how he emerged from the shadows in response to the call of God to become a warrior against the Midianites.

  • 23. Gideon Becomes a Warrior (Part 3)

    We continue focusing on Gideon how he emerged from the shadows in response to the call of God to become a warrior against the Midianites. (cont.)

  • 24. Gideon Becomes a Warrior (Part 4)

    We continue focusing on Gideon how he emerged from the shadows in response to the call of God to become a warrior against the Midianites. (cont.)

  • 25. Gideon Tests God’s Promise Gideon at War (Part 1)

    The story of Gideon continues with his plan to literally “lay out a fleece” ahead of battle, along with the actual conflict with the Midianites.

  • 26. Gideon at War (Part 2)

    We continue in the conflict with the Midianites. (cont.)

  • 27. Gideon at War (Part 3)-The End of Gideon’s Rule

    We conclude the conflict with the Midianites and its supernatural result.

  • 28. Preparations of War (Law) (Part 1)

    This unit transitions to the law addressing preparations for war in Deuteronomy 20, which is connected to the story of Gideon.

  • 29. Preparations of War (Law) (Part 2)

    Preparations for war in Deuteronomy 20. (cont.)

  • 30. Preparations for War (Poetry)

    Verses from Psalm 18 dealing with war also appear.

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Have a Question?

  • How does the course work?

    We teach live classes online: a teacher and a small group of students meet once a week through their home computer. We use video conference technology that allows live student-teacher interaction. You can fully participate in the lesson by using the microphone or the chat box.

  • What if I miss a lesson?

    Don’t worry! All the live lessons are also recorded and available on-demand. You can review them at any time.

  • What qualifications do your teachers have?

    All our teachers have a teaching certificate and are approved by the Hebrew University of Jerusalem. They are all scholars from leading universities around the world, including the Hebrew University of Jerusalem, Harvard and Durham University.

  • What is your cancellation policy?

    To read our full cancellation policy, click here.

  • Class time zones — what time do your classes start?

    We teach Sunday to Friday according to your local time zone. You are welcome to check the schedule and assign yourself to a time that’s most suitable to you.

  • Do I need to purchase special equipment for the courses?

    All you need is a working computer with an internet connection and you’re set! We work with Windows and Mac operating systems.

  • How much does it cost?

    The total tuition for the course is $1399.

  • Can I pay in installments?

    Yes, you can pay in 5 or 8 monthly installments, depending on the duration of your course.