The Hebrew Language: Its History And Characteristics (1867)

By Henry Craik

Book Overview

The Hebrew Language: Its History And Characteristics is a book written by Henry Craik and published in 1867. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the Hebrew language and its development throughout history. Craik explores the origins of Hebrew, tracing its roots back to the ancient Semitic languages and examining its transformation over time. The book is divided into several sections, each of which covers a different aspect of the Hebrew language. The first section provides an introduction to the language and its history, while the second section delves into the grammar and syntax of Hebrew. The third section explores the vocabulary and semantics of the language, including its use in literature and religious texts. Throughout the book, Craik provides numerous examples and illustrations to help readers understand the intricacies of Hebrew. He also discusses the influence of Hebrew on other languages, such as Arabic and Aramaic. Overall, The Hebrew Language: Its History And Characteristics is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history and development of Hebrew. It provides a thorough and detailed analysis of the language, making it an essential read for scholars, linguists, and students of Hebrew.Including Improved Renderings Of Select Passages In Our Authorized Translation Of The Old Testament.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1167058542
• ISBN13: 9781167058547
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 122 Pages
• Weight: 0.78 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 6.0" x 9.0"