Hebraist

Okay kiddo, have you ever heard of people speaking different languages? For example, some people speak English, some speak Spanish, and some speak Chinese. Well, a hebraist is someone who studies and knows a lot about the Hebrew language.

Hebrew is one of the oldest languages in the world and it is the language that people spoke in ancient Israel. It is a very important language for many reasons, especially because it is the language of the Jewish people and their religion.

A hebraist studies the Hebrew language, including its grammar and vocabulary, and they also learn about the history and culture of the people who spoke Hebrew. They might read and write in Hebrew, translate Hebrew texts into other languages, or teach other people how to speak and understand Hebrew.

In short, the job of a hebraist is to help people understand and appreciate the Hebrew language and the important role it has played in history and culture.