Read the first verse of the Bible in the original Hebrew!

This is your opportunity to read Genesis 1:1 in the Hebrew original!
No previous knowledge is needed!

As a native speaker, I will walk you through the text while providing some fun facts and information, so you’ll be able the appreciate the Hebrew on a much deeper level.

Note that this channel is educational and non-religious, attempting to look at the biblical text from a purely linguistics point of view.

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More about this video:
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We'll explore:

"Bereshit" (בראשית): Discovering the deeper meaning beyond "in the beginning."
"Bara" (ברא): Understanding the specific Hebrew concept of "creating from nothing."
"Elohim" (אלוהים): Exploring the plural form and its significance.
"Et" (את): Decoding the unique Hebrew word with no English equivalent.
"HaShamayim" (השמים): Differentiating between "sky" and "heaven" in the original text.
"HaAretz" (הארץ): Unraveling the multifaceted meaning of "earth," "land," and "ground."
Linguistic Analysis: Gaining insights into the differences between Hebrew and English translations.
Word by Word breakdown.
No religious interpretations, just linguistic analysis.
Learn how the original Hebrew text provides deeper insights than English translations. Discover the true meaning behind the words and gain a new appreciation for the Bible's opening verse.

Keywords: Genesis 1:1, Hebrew Bible, Tanakh, Old Testament, Bereshit, Bara, Elohim, Et, HaShamayim, HaAretz, biblical Hebrew, Hebrew language, Bible translation, ancient Hebrew, linguistic analysis, word study, original Hebrew, deep dive, hebrew roots.

About This Channel:
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Unlock the hidden beauty of the Biblical Hebrew language! This channel offers in-depth, long-form explorations of the Tanakh (Old Testament) in its original Hebrew, making it accessible to English speakers of all backgrounds, even without any prior Hebrew knowledge.

Discover the nuances lost in translation! We delve into the vocabulary, grammar, syntax, prepositions, and conjugations of Biblical Hebrew, revealing layers of meaning often missed in English translations. Our approach is purely linguistic and unbiased, free from religious interpretations, making it perfect for anyone interested in:

- The Biblical Hebrew Language: Learn the intricacies of the original text.
- Tanakh (Old Testament) Analysis: Gain a deeper understanding of this foundational text.
- Linguistic Studies: Explore the differences between Hebrew and English.
- Ancient Languages: Discover the beauty of a historical language.
- Foreign Language Learning: Experience a unique approach to language study.
- Historical Texts: Explore a cornerstone of human civilization.

Why is this channel unique?

- a word-by-word, comprehensive breakdown of the Hebrew text.
- exploring the context of each word by examining its usage throughout the Tanakh (Old Testament).
- highlighting the connections between words sharing the same Hebrew root across the scripture.
- indicating any differences between Biblical Hebrew and modern Hebrew usage.
- focusing on pure linguistics, and remove any religious interpretations.

Translating the Bible is complex. Each Hebrew word carries a rich tapestry of meaning, and much is lost in translation. By exploring each word in detail, we aim to bridge the gap and provide a deeper understanding of the original text.

Join us on this journey! We read the original Hebrew text directly, making it accessible to everyone, regardless of their background.

Keywords: Biblical Hebrew, Tanakh, Old Testament, Hebrew language, Bible translation, ancient Hebrew, Hebrew grammar, Hebrew vocabulary, linguistic analysis, language learning, historical texts, word study, etymology, unbiased Bible study, Hebrew roots, Tanakh study, biblical linguistics.

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[jamessteidl]

I’m a fourth year Hebrew student and still found this video interesting. 😊

[rianahayes]

I am from South Africa. We started doing Genesis as a Bible study project, in November. After completing Revelation and Daniel. Thank you very much. I am Afrikaans speaking and was taught to love the Hebrew language and its people, since I was knee high.

[chuckandjenbridges]

I am a 60 year old Christian learning Hebrew with my grandchildren 5 and 7. I appreciate this easy to follow lesson. I havent gotten much past my aleph bet fruits, animals colours but was easly able to understand and read this lesson. Thank you.💕

[Fernwald]

A wonderful presentation of the first words of the Tanakh, Ilan. Your teaching is very inviting, insightful and perfectly paced. Shalom.

[cindystrother]

PLEASE keep doing the HEBREW BIBLE so we can understand it helps people like me who are not smart enough 😭 THANK YOU so much for sharing your time and knowledge of the HEBREW BIBLE 😊

[margoils]

WHAT LITTLE i have learned about hebrew is a game changer on the appreciation and enticement to know more about the language..

[TekaWendimagegn]

Am from Ethiopia, Christian gospel singer and am dedicated to learn about the word of God Please sir don't give up teaching us bc this more important

[StephanLiebenberg]

All I've learned is a great respect for our translators. The complexity of attempting to faithfully translate this is astronomical!

[dasmith]

This level of presentation is solid gold. Thank you for making such interesting information so accessible! Masterfully done!

[joyvictorious]

I am SO excited to have found this video! Your style of teaching is EXACTLY what my brain needs!! Thank you, thank you, THANK YOU!!

[EvaStrick]

Thank you for taking the time to explain the nuances of the original Biblical Hebrew language.

[wildolive]

Thank you so much for making these videos for us non-native-speakers. ❤

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[prestontingle]

Excellent!! I really appreciate the time you take to explain the beautiful Hebrew language. Please don’t stop

[leef_me]

Thank you for producing these videos. I stumbled on the video for Gen 1:3 and watched it. I have now started over with Gen 1:1.

[kainuisocean]

FUN FACT: It was Henry Opukaha'ia, a Hawaiian boy in about 1810, who created the written Hawaiian language. He did it by translating Genesis in Hebrew, directly into Hawaiian. The syntatical similartiy, is something OUT OF THIS WORLD!!!!

[buddyhoover]

Please keep doing this. It is very interesting and helpful.

[cardo_live]

Portuguese speaker here! Thank you for sharing your knowledge. I'm studying theology and I will study basics of Hebrew. I have seen some random Hebrew words, but not as deep meaning as you have shown here. Thank you again.
אלוהים יברך אותך

[michaeldambock]

I'm a german guy already with 5, 8 years and i'm really get interested in understand and perhaps learn hebrew after I saw this video. Please don't stop. I'm sure it can help, or encourage much more people, even those who already are familiar with the bible but in a diferent language. Thanks a lot. God bless you. God bless Yisrael. Am Yisrael Chai. 🙌🙏🖖

[cesarc]

God bless you! I'm brazilian and have looked for someone teaching the Scriptures like this and I even started tself-learning hebrew because I couldn't find it anywhere. If God gives you time and health, please continue and I know He will bless you for bringing His knowledge to more people.

[jessieferguson]

Just found you. Seven words for the first sentence in the Bible blows me away. I subscribed and look forward to learning more. I'm 71 years old and the depths of God's word astounds me. Thank you.