Pearson Edexcel GCSE Biblical Hebrew Paper 2 2025 Paper

Download the official Pearson Edexcel GCSE Biblical Hebrew (9–1) Component 2: Literature question paper for the Summer 2025 examination series (1BH0/02). This authentic Edexcel GCSE Literature paper contains comprehension, grammar, translation, and extended-analysis questions based on prescribed Biblical Hebrew set texts from Judges and I Kings.

The examination focuses on Set Text 1: Judges – Gideon and Abimelech, and Set Text 2: I Kings – The Reign of Solomon. Students analyse key Biblical passages, answer comprehension questions, identify roots and binyanim, explain language techniques, evaluate literary structure, and translate Biblical Hebrew passages into accurate English.

Section A explores the narratives of Gideon, Abimelech, Jotham’s parable, Ga’al’s rebellion, and the downfall of Abimelech from the Book of Judges. Candidates examine figurative language, leadership themes, rhetorical techniques, symbolism, and the dramatic presentation of justice and kingship in Biblical narrative.

Section B focuses on the reign of Solomon in I Kings, including Solomon’s wisdom, administration, building projects, diplomacy, and political decisions. The paper includes questions on Joab, Adonijah, Bathsheba, temple construction, Solomon’s wisdom literature, and literary portrayals of leadership and kingship.

The exam also includes extended evaluative essays requiring detailed reference to Biblical Hebrew wording and literary analysis. Students must demonstrate understanding of vocabulary, syntax, roots, grammatical structures, narrative technique, characterization, symbolism, and thematic development across both prescribed texts.

Ideal for revision, mock exams, classroom assessment, literary analysis practice, Biblical Hebrew translation work, and GCSE preparation, this downloadable PDF provides authentic Pearson Edexcel assessment material for students preparing for Biblical Hebrew Literature examinations.

This document is intended for Year 10 and Year 11 students studying Pearson Edexcel GCSE Biblical Hebrew (9–1), including school candidates, independent learners, home-educated students, synagogue education programmes, and candidates preparing for future examination series.

It is also highly useful for Biblical Hebrew teachers, Jewish studies educators, tutors, revision centres, and parents seeking authentic Edexcel Literature exam material for comprehension practice, literary analysis, translation training, and exam-technique preparation.