Read the Torah in its original language
Unlock the secrets of the Hebrew Torah and connect with the sacred text in its original language. Each week, Rabbi Yosef will guide you through reading a few verses from the weekly portion in Hebrew and teach you the meaning of key vocabulary words. Before you know it you’ll be able to read and understand the Torah’s timeless wisdom for yourself.
What is Classical Hebrew
Classical Hebrew, also known as Biblical Hebrew, is the form of the Hebrew language that was spoken and written in ancient Israel from around the 10th to the 3rd centuries BCE. It is the language of the Hebrew Bible, also known as the Tanakh, which includes the Torah, Prophets, and Writings.
Classical Hebrew is a rich and expressive language that provides a window into the culture, history, and faith of ancient Israel.
What you will learn
Basic Biblical Hebrew Vocabulary
You will acquire a solid foundation in Biblical Hebrew vocabulary, enabling you to read and understand the Hebrew Bible with confidence.
Classical Hebrew Pronunciation
You will learn the authentic pronunciation of classical Biblical Hebrew, so you can read the Hebrew Bible in a historically accurate way.
Biblical Hebrew Idioms
You’ll learn to recognize and understand common Biblical Hebrew idioms, expressions, and figurative language.
Hebrew Wordplay
You’ll discover the richness of Hebrew wordplay, including puns, double meanings, and other literary devices used in the Torah.
Meet Rabbi Yosef
It’s rare to come across a teacher as kind, knowledgeable, and easy to understand as Rabbi Yosef. His warmth and wisdom radiate into everything he teaches. Rabbi Yosef is an orthodox Rabbi who has taught Hebrew for more than 15 years.
He breaks down complex subjects in a way that makes them engaging and accessible to every learner. His familiarity with other languages, such as Aramaic and Arabic, means that he can give greater richness to the historical and cultural context of Israel and the Bible in his lessons. You’ll never regret time spent learning from Rabbi Yosef!
“Yosef is a detailed and thorough teacher. The ability he has to break down the Hebrew language and get it stored into the long term memory is quite impressive. I recommend his lessons to anyone who is serious about learning Hebrew.”
— Ahava McLaughlin