Anyone ever try Israeli TV to learn Hebrew?

[sbachman]

Hey everyone, I found this forum recently and thought it would be a good place to ask a question: Has anyone tried out The Israeli Network, which is a cable/satellite package that shows Israeli TV throughout the world? I'm thinking of buying it, but I'd be curious to get any feedback first... it's something like $20 or more a month! I'm a Christian, and I thought the network would be a good way to learn Hebrew to understand the Old Testament better. I figure a place full of academics and theologians would be a good place to ask!

I think they have a large number of subscribers, so if anyone here has used it, I'd be curious to hear your thoughts:

1. Are the Israeli shows broadcasted any good?
2. Is the signal and transmission quality good?
3. Is it worth the money?
4. I heard that they translate everything with English subtitles -- do people find it's a good way to help learn Hebrew?

Any thoughts on this service would be appreciated! I don't know anyone in America or Europe who uses The Israeli Network, so I thought people here might... Thanks for any insights!

Sam

[Sparko]

I dunno, but I don't think modern Hebrew is the same as OT Hebrew.

[Tanakh Keeper]

The Israeli Network provides an excellent tool for Hebrew-language learning, with Hebrew shows featuring English subtitles. In addition, the network offers a complementary, comprehensive online Hebrew course that combines our Israeli-television programming with specially-designed learning materials.

It seems that if offers a tool to learn Hebrew. If that's your goal, why not?

[Sparko]

Also, learning to speak Hebrew won't teach you how to READ Hebrew.