How to Read Biblical Hebrew with Dr. Abidan Shah

Dr. Abidan Shah

Unlock the ancient language of the Bible with this comprehensive beginner’s course in Biblical Hebrew. Designed for serious learners and curious minds alike, Dr. Abidan Shah guides you step-by-step through the fundamentals—grammar, vocabulary, and syntax—so you can engage directly with Scripture in its original language. Whether you’re a student, pastor, or lifelong learner, this university-level series is your gateway to deeper biblical understanding and richer study. Start your journey into the heart of the Bible today—no prior Hebrew knowledge required!

  1. May 25 ·  Video

    Vocab: Part 6

    In this lesson, Dr. Abidan Shah works through Hebrew vocabulary words that occur between 399 and 310 times in the Old Testament — a set of foundational words that recur throughout Scripture. If you're building your Hebrew vocabulary, these are words you cannot afford to skip. ~~~~ CONNECT: https://clearviewbc.org/contact GIVE: https://clearviewbc.org/give BOOKS: https://abidanshah.com/books/ LISTEN LATER: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/clearview-today-with-dr-abidan-shah/id1651006506 DR. SHAH: http://abidanshah.com/

    42 min

  2. May 18 ·  Video

    Vocab: Part 5

    In this Biblical Hebrew lesson, Dr. Abidan Shah continues building vocabulary from Larry Mitchell’s A Student’s Vocabulary for Biblical Hebrew and Aramaic, moving through words that occur roughly 500 to 400 times in the Hebrew Old Testament. This lesson covers important number forms like four, five, seven, forty, fifty, and seventy, along with core vocabulary such as sword, altar, judgment, heavens, guard, prince, Saul, and more. If you are learning Biblical Hebrew, this kind of vocabulary work is essential because grammar alone will only take you so far. The more words you know, the more confidence you will have reading the Old Testament.

    38 min
  3. Lesson 7 | Inseparable Prepositions

    Apr 27 ·  Video

    Lesson 7 | Inseparable Prepositions

    In this lesson, Dr. Abidan Shah teaches inseparable prepositions in Biblical Hebrew and explains why they are called “inseparable” in the first place. If you are learning to read Biblical Hebrew, this lesson will help you understand one of the most common and important prefix patterns you will see in the text.

    28 min
  4. Lesson 6 | Definite Articles

    Apr 20 ·  Video

    Lesson 6 | Definite Articles

    In this episode, we’ll take a closer look at one small but powerful feature of the language: the definite article. It seems simple at first glance, but the definite article plays a crucial role in shaping meaning, emphasis, and specificity within the Old Testament text. We’ll talk about how the definite article functions, how it differs from English usage, and why its presence—or absence—can significantly impact interpretation. Along the way, we’ll highlight key examples that will help you recognize patterns and read with greater precision.

    16 min
  5. Lesson 5 | Syllabification

    Apr 13 ·  Video

    Lesson 5 | Syllabification

    In this lesson, you’ll learn how to break Hebrew words into syllables, why that matters for pronunciation, and how syllabification helps you read Hebrew with clarity. GIVE: https://clearviewbc.org/give BOOKS: https://abidanshah.com/books/ LISTEN LATER: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/clearview-today-with-dr-abidan-shah/id1651006506 DR. SHAH: http://abidanshah.com/

    1h 26m
  6. Lesson 4 | Five Major Approaches to Linguistics

    Apr 6 ·  Video

    Lesson 4 | Five Major Approaches to Linguistics

    In this episode of How to Read Biblical Hebrew, we explore five major approaches to linguistics that shape how language—and ultimately Scripture—is understood. From traditional grammar-focused methods to more modern linguistic frameworks, each approach offers a unique lens for interpreting Biblical Hebrew.

    24 min
  7. Vocab: Part 4

    Feb 25 ·  Video

    Vocab: Part 4

    By this point, you’ll have built a strong core word bank that appears across nearly every genre of the Old Testament—narrative, poetry, prophecy, and law. Consistent review and repetition will turn recognition into a reflex. GIVE: https://clearviewbc.org/give BOOKS: https://abidanshah.com/books/ LISTEN LATER: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/clearview-today-with-dr-abidan-shah/id1651006506 DR. SHAH: http://abidanshah.com/

    15 min
  8. Vocab: Part 3

    Feb 23 ·  Video

    Vocab: Part 3

    We move further down the frequency list while continuing to strengthen your vocabulary foundation. Even though these words appear slightly less often than those in previous episodes, they remain essential for fluent reading. Expect focused drills, careful pronunciation, and clear explanations. GIVE: https://clearviewbc.org/give BOOKS: https://abidanshah.com/books/ LISTEN LATER: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/clearview-today-with-dr-abidan-shah/id1651006506 DR. SHAH: http://abidanshah.com/

    19 min
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Unlock the ancient language of the Bible with this comprehensive beginner’s course in Biblical Hebrew. Designed for serious learners and curious minds alike, Dr. Abidan Shah guides you step-by-step through the fundamentals—grammar, vocabulary, and syntax—so you can engage directly with Scripture in its original language. Whether you’re a student, pastor, or lifelong learner, this university-level series is your gateway to deeper biblical understanding and richer study. Start your journey into the heart of the Bible today—no prior Hebrew knowledge required!

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