Choose

How to choose

Based on our search for the best Hebrew courses and our talks with people who successfully learned to speak Hebrew, we identified four key criteria for students to consider when choosing a course.

1. Teachers – Will the course be taught by a certified native Hebrew teacher?
2. Accreditation – Does the course use a known and proven methodology? Is it supported by a respected university or official institute?
3. User reviews – How do former users judge their experience?
4. Practice time – Practice time with teacher and students is highly valued, as are practice materials and the option to repeat classes again.

 

There are many options to start learning a new language. Even with previous knowledge, it’s important to keep your learning goal in mind once you’re ready to make a choice. In order to choose wisely and to decide on the best option for you, ask yourself if the course or app you’re thinking of using actually suits you best.

Biblical Hebrew

vs Modern Hebrew

Are you learning Hebrew so you’ll be able to speak to your Israeli cousin and to engage in small talk during Shabbat dinner? Or do you want to discover the Scriptures in their original meanings and get better acquainted with ancient and magical Israel?

The table below shows the main differences. 

	Biblical Hebrew Course	Modern Hebrew Course
Learning goal	A deeper understanding of the scriptures through the original language	The ability to communicate with Israeli people and feel at home in Israel
Previous knowledge?	A basic understanding of the Bible	Not required
End result	Reading and interpreting Bible texts	Reading and communicating in everyday life