Biblical Aramaic and Related Dialects
An Introduction
- Author: Edward Cook, Catholic University of America, Washington DC
- Date Published: September 2022
- availability: In stock
- format: Paperback
- isbn: 9781108714488
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Biblical Aramaic and Related Dialects is a comprehensive, introductory-level textbook for the acquisition of the language of the Old Testament and related dialects that were in use from the last few centuries BCE. Based on the latest research, it uses a method that guides students into knowledge of the language inductively, with selections taken from the Bible, the Dead Sea Scrolls, and papyrus discoveries from ancient Egypt. The volume offers a comprehensive view of ancient Aramaic that enables students to progress to advanced levels with a solid grounding in historical grammar. Most up-to-date description of Aramaic in light of modern discoveries and methods. Provides more detail than previous textbooks. Includes comprehensive description of Biblical dialect, along with Aramaic of the Persian period and of the Dead Sea Scrolls. Guided readings begin with primary sources, enabling students learn the language by reading historical texts.
Read more- Only introduction to Biblical Aramaic within the context of contemporary dialects
- Uses inductive method to learn language by reading primary texts from the beginning
- Provides a comprehensive view of ancient Aramaic grammar
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'… innovative, detailed, and pedagogically focussed … the descriptive grammar section is itself impressive, using modern linguistic methodology without being overly technical in its terminology. A particular highlight is the excellent treatment of aspects of Aramaic syntax.' John F. Healey, Journal for the Study of the Old Testament
See more reviews'… a significant contribution to the study of Aramaic dialectology in general, and the study of Biblical Aramaic in particular. It will be used with great profit by biblicists, Aramaists, and Semitists.' Steven E. Fassberg, Orientalia
'… this introductory grammar will bring students to a reading knowledge of these important texts, as well as others written in the same dialects, and enable them to move forward, well equipped, to more advanced study.' Dustin Burlet, Canadian-American Theological Review
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- Date Published: September 2022
- format: Paperback
- isbn: 9781108714488
- length: 430 pages
- dimensions: 245 x 190 x 23 mm
- weight: 0.84kg
- availability: In stock
Table of Contents
1. Introduction: Aramaic and its dialects
2. Orthography
3. Phonology
4 . Nouns and adjectives
5. Pronouns
6. Noun phrases
7. Numerals and other quantifiers
8. Adjective phrases
9. Prepositions
10. Verbs: derivation and inflection
11. Tense, aspect, and mood in the verbal system
12. Verb types: valence, voice, and aktionsart
13. Adverbs
14. Clauses
15. Clause combining: combination
16. Clause combining: subordination
17. Discourse markers
18. Reading guide for Biblical Aramaic and Related Dialects.
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