Origins and Development of the Hebrew Language

Exploring the age and evolution of Hebrew from ancient inscriptions to biblical texts, comparing linguistic features with Ugaritic language. The chapter discusses the complexities of dating biblical texts and the retention of archaic language for scriptural power, highlighting the blend of archaic and modern elements in the Old Testament. Tracing the origins of Hebrew back to around 1200-1100 BCE, it links the language's evolution to earlier Semitic languages and figures like Abraham and Moses.