This fourth edition of Hebrew: An Essential Grammar includes expanded coverage of some of the key areas of Hebrew grammar including roots, adverbs and nouns. Additional examples have been added throughout to further clarify many of the grammar points with illustrations from current usage.

The Grammar serves as a reference source for the learner or user of Hebrew irrespective of level, by setting out the complexities of the language in short, readable sections that are clear and free from jargon.

It is ideal both for independent study and for students on taught course.

Lewis Glinert is Professor of Hebrew at Dartmouth College.

Preface Glossary Hebrew grammatical terminology LEVEL ONE Masculine and feminine, singular and plural Agreement The inflections of the verb The passive binyanim: NIF'AL, HUF'AL, PU'AL Embedded clauses LEVEL TWO Special root-types Noun types (noun mishkalim) Adjective types (adjective mishkalim) Constructs and possessives Numerals Comparatives Adverbials More negatives Exercises Vocabulary for exercises Key to exercises Index