Basics of Ancient Ugaritic : A Concise Grammar, Workbook, and Lexicon

Williams, Michael

ISBN 10: 031049592X / ISBN 13: 9780310495925

Published by Zondervan Academic, 2012

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Basics of Ancient Ugaritic : A Concise Grammar, Workbook, and Lexicon
• Publisher: Zondervan Academic
• Publication Date: 2012
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 031049592X
• ISBN 13: 9780310495925
• Binding: Soft cover
• Condition: As New

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Synopsis

Basics of Ancient Ugaritic is a teaching grammar of this ancient language, one of vital importance for understanding the wider world and culture surrounding the Old Testament text. It begins with the alphabet, and each new lesson builds on the ones before it. It is not, therefore, a synthetic Ugaritic grammar—these types of texts often prove to be overwhelming for students.

 

Instead, Basics of Ancient Ugaritic can be used for learning the language by individuals on their own or in a classroom setting. Each chapter concludes with a set of exercises allowing students to know whether they are grasping the fundamentals of the language.

 

In short, Basics of Ancient Ugaritic represents an ideal first text for entering the larger world of Semitic languages.

About the Author

Michael Williams (PhD, University of Pennsylvania) is Emeritus Senior Professor of Old Testament Studies at Calvin Theological Seminary, a member of the NIV Committee on Bible Translation and the Chairman of the NIrV Committee. He is the author of Deception in Genesis, The Prophet and His Message, Basics of Ancient Ugaritic, The Biblical Hebrew Companion for Bible Software Users, How to Read the Bible through the Jesus Lens, Hidden Prophets of the Bible and is editor and contributor of Mishneh Todah. His passion is to provide curious believers with knowledge of the Old Testament and its culture so that they may grow in their comprehension and appreciation of redemptive history and be adequately prepared to promote and defend the faith through word and action. Michael resides in Florida with his wife, Dawn.