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Arentsens

Teaching for Transformation

Mission: To further the knowledge of the Hebrew Bible in its language and land, especially among those engaged in Bible translation around the world. In this way we hope to help disciple these students in greater understanding of God’s word, so His word will grow in their hearts and help them make disciples in their own communities (Matt. 28:19-20).

Partners in Israel

Courses in Israel on Old Testament and the Physical and Cultural Setting of the Bible

Continuing Education on the Old Testament for Bible Translators and Consultants Taught in Hebrew and English

On-Site Educational Videos in Biblical Hebrew

About Us

For the past seven years Niek has been training Bible translators with Whole Word Institute in Biblical Hebrew and Hebrew Bible and leading them on field trips throughout the land of Israel. Prior to that he also taught courses in Biblical Hebrew and Aramaic for the Jerusalem Center for Bible Translators and the University of the Holy Land. He also enjoys teaching in churches, especially on the Old Testament and the physical settings of the Bible.

Niek’s Studies

Ph.D. The Hebrew University of Jerusalem

M.A. The Hebrew University of Jerusalem

Th.M. Evangelische Theologische Faculteit, Leuven

B.A. Evangelische Theologische Faculteit, Leuven

Teranne’s Studies

M.A. Rothberg International School

of Hebrew University

B.A. Whitworth University

Our Family

We come from the Netherlands and Washington State and met as volunteers in Jerusalem. Our three children were all born in the Jerusalem surrounds. As a family, we serve in Narkis Street Congregation in Jerusalem in many ways, including teaching adults and children. We enjoy exploring nature and archeological sites, swimming, and biking, and also just relaxing at home and with friends.

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"Unless the Lord builds the house, they labor in vain who build it." Psalm 127:1

We know this is God’s project. For thousands of years He has been speaking to humanity, and we know that “the plans of the Lord stand firm forever, the purposes of his heart through all generations” (Psalm 33:11).