Adult Hebrew Classes

YESODOT/BIBLICAL HEBREW 1A:

Fall semester Only

Beginning Biblical Hebrew Grammar and Jewish Liturgy

Yesodot/Biblical Hebrew 1A is the first course in the BHS Adult Hebrew Program.  This course teaches the fundamentals of Biblical Hebrew grammar, how to read phonetically, proper enunciation, print writing, and the vocabulary of Tehillim (Psalms) 119. At the conclusion of the course, the student will be equipped to phonetically read the Tehillim text with ease. NOTE: For prospective students who have had a course in Alef Bet, you may take a CLEP exam to determine if you can proceed to the next course which will be offered in the Spring of 2026.  Please contact the Hebrew Department Director at hebrew@bhsdallas.org to take the CLEP prior to the start of the semester. Included in the tuition are textbooks, voice recordings, handouts, and flash cards.

YESODOT/BIBLICAL HEBREW 1B:

PREREQUISITE: YESODOT/Biblical hebrew 1A

Spring semester Only

Yesodot – Biblical Hebrew 1B, the second course in the Adult Hebrew Program, is a required course for all students planning to pursue further study in the Hebrew School. This introductory course explores Hebrew liturgy—its historical, theological, and communal significance. Students will gain an understanding of the essence of Jewish prayers and blessings as an entry point into the lived experience of the Jewish people—those who have historically and continue to speak Hebrew daily. The course highlights the deep cultural and spiritual significance embedded in the language, offering insight into the values and rhythms of Jewish life.
It is designed to equip beginning Hebrew students with the skills necessary to participate in the Baruch HaShem Shabbat service with both literacy and comprehension.
Tuition includes three textbooks, a laminated reference guide, handouts, a pronunciation CD, and flash cards.

BIBLICAL HEBREW 2
PREREQUISITE: YESODOT/Biblical Hebrew 1B

Biblical Hebrew 2 is the third course in our BHS Hebrew Adult program which provides instruction in the first 10 of the 30 lessons that will be taught in Biblical Hebrew. It is designed to provide a simple, straightforward method that will enable students to refine basic grammar rules and vocabulary. The student will continue to develop their oral reading skills through reading the weekly Torah portion.

Included in the tuition are two textbooks, handouts, pronunciation CD of vocabulary.

BIBLICAL HEBREW 3A
PREREQUISITE: BIBLICAL HEBREW 2

Fall Semester Only

Biblical Hebrew 3 is a two-semester course designed to deepen students’ understanding of Biblical Hebrew, with a primary focus on the Imperfect Tense and its various forms. The extended format gives students ample time to absorb new concepts, apply them in context, and strengthen their ability to read and comprehend the Hebrew Scriptures.This semester builds on previous coursework by introducing the Imperfect Tense along with key grammatical elements such as noun sentences, adjectives, and possessive suffixes. Vocabulary expansion continues to support reading fluency and comprehension. 

Included in the tuition is a pronunciation CD of vocabulary, weekly Torah readings, and handouts.

BIBLICAL HEBREW 3B
PREREQUISITE: BIBLICAL HEBREW 3A

Spring Semester Only

Students will progress further into the Imperfect Tense, exploring possessive pronouns, participles, infinitives, and additional vocabulary to enhance their grasp of Biblical text.

Included in the tuition is a pronunciation CD of vocabulary, weekly Torah readings, and handouts.

BIBLICAL HEBREW 4
PREREQUISITE: BIBLICAL HEBREW 3B

Biblical Hebrew 4 is the sixth course in our BHS Hebrew Adult program which teaches lessons 21-30 of the text. Students will learn additional verb forms, build a vocabulary of words found in the Tanach, and continue the development of proper translation skills.

Included in the tuition is a pronunciation CD of vocabulary and weekly Torah readings, and handouts.

REGISTRATION FOR FALL 2025 IS CLOSED.

Children’s Hebrew Classes

Children’s Beginning Hebrew*
Age 10+ (No exceptions are made to the age requirement)

Students will learn the Alef Bet, utilizing decoding skills from key cultural words and concepts. They will also learn to write in block, and read key prayers and blessings; including the Shema, V’ahavta, and Aleinu. The course will also enable the student to build a dictionary of 80 cultural words.

Included in the tuition are a textbook and handouts.

T’filah 1*
Age 10+ Prerequisite: Children’s Beginning Hebrew

Utilizing skills learned in Children’s Beginning Hebrew, the student will continue building their Hebrew vocabulary. During this course they will become fluent in reading and writing as they study some of the Shabbat and Holy Day blessings.

Included in the tuition are a textbook and handouts.

T’filah 2*
Age 10+ Prerequisite: T’filah 1

Building upon the skills acquired in Children’s Beginning Hebrew and T’filah 1, the student will continue the development of their language and comprehension skills. They will learn to read, write, and understand increasingly difficult sentences. Additionally, the student will learn the seven blessings in the Shabbat morning Amidah, while uncovering Jewish values and virtues such as humility, acts of loving kindness, showing appreciation, and more.

Included in the tuition are a textbook and handouts.

Torah and T’filah 3*

AGE 10+ Prerequisite: T’filah 2

This is the last course of the Children’s Hebrew program. The student will continue to learn prayers and blessings from the Shabbat morning Torah service and High Holy Days. The student will also learn to read the Torah script as well as learn the cantillation melody for Torah readings.

Included in the tuition are a textbook and handouts.

* NOTE: Required courses for students planning to have a Bar/Bat Mitzvah & enrolled in the Children’s B’nei Mitzvah Program.

REGISTRATION FOR FALL 2025 IS CLOSED.