Hebrew Exegetical Method 1

Fall 2026 | Tuesdays 9:45am - 1:00pm | RESIDENT | 3 Credits

Hebrew Exegetical Method 1 prepares the student for independent exegesis of the Hebrew text. The course emphasizes techniques involved in the use of language tools, procedures in lexical word studies, and examination of grammatical and syntactical phenomena. Course materials and assignments related to select Hebrew Bible texts include the study of the following subject areas relating to Hebrew exegesis: (1) Principles of Translation, (2) Textual Analysis - OT Textual Criticism, (3) Syntactical Analysis - Grammar and Syntax, and (4) Diagrammatical Analysis - Block Diagramming. 

As a result of taking this course, students will be able to (1) summarize the recommended research methodology for biblical exegesis, (2) produce a clear and accurate translation of a selected passage using a Hebrew lexicon, (3) evaluate more effectively the published Bible translations in light of the Hebrew text, (4) perform a provisional evaluation of the textual readings within one's selected passage, and (5) perform a detailed syntactical analysis of a selected passage.

Prerequisites: Hebrew Grammar 1 & 2.

Scott Bashoor serves as Associate Professor of Old Testament at Virginia Beach Theological Seminary. Prior to coming to VBTS, Professor Bashoor served as a pastor for 25 years and an adjunct seminary professor for over 20 years. In 1999 he became the pastor of Bible Church of Beuna Park in Orange County, California, and in 2018 he led his congregation into a merger which became Community Bible Church where he co-pastored until his arrival at VBTS. In 2001 he began teaching Old Testament language and literature courses at the Master's Seminary (Los Angeles), and in 2013 he began leading online Bible courses... Read more....


15% – Reading
20% – Quizzes from Reading
20% – Translations
20% – Syntactical Worksheets
20% – Block Diagrams
5% – Class Participation

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