Basics of Hebrew Accents provides readers of biblical Hebrew with a comprehensive working knowledge of accentuation. Hebrew accents can be perplexing but knowing them and their functions will help students become better readers of the Hebrew Bible. The book is an ideal tool for beginning students who are learning to read the language as well as for more advanced students who are reading and translating the Hebrew text.Mark Futato has carefully organized his book to emphasize accessibility while providing: Clear explanations of the primary functions of Hebrew accentsA student-friendly presentationAccessibility for independent studyA practical and handy reference resource for all students of the Hebrew Bible