Lesson 33 The Hophal Stem - Weak

Most of the Hopal verbs in the Bible are weak. As with all the forms, we start with the strong verb diagnostics. This makes it easier to understand the spelling changes that occur with weak verbs. By now, you should be well-acquainted with the concepts discussed in this lesson.

LESSON ITINERARY

  1. 1G and 3ה Verbs prefer Qamets Hatuf as \(V_P\)
  2. 1נ assimilates with \(R_2\) as expected
  3. Geminate/Biconsonantal Verbs prefer Shureq as \(V_P\)

EQUIPMENT CHECK

Before continuing, be sure you can identify Hophal Perfect, Imperfect, and Participle Strong verbs

Parse the following:

  • הָקְטַ֫לְתָּ
    • HpP2ms
  • הִקְטַ֫לְתָּ
    • HP2ms
  • הִקָּֽטְלוּ
    • NM2mp