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Hebrew is the Language of Hebrew Thoughts

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Language, Identity, and the Scandal of American Jewry

American Jews have forgotten their letters and words.

Eliezer Ben-Yehuda and the Making of Modern Hebrew

The Lithuania-born visionary turned an ancient language into a spoken one.

Praying in Hebrew

Sometimes not understanding the words can actually enhance the experience of prayer.

Yiddish: What You Should Know

An overview of the grammar — and the many ways this Jewish language differs from Hebrew.

Guide to Jewish Food Terms

Commonly used words and phrases for "noshers" and "fressers."

The Vitality of the Hebrew Language

What are the secrets of its survival?

Shalom: Peace in Hebrew

Along with truth and justice, peace is among the most hallowed Jewish values.

Why Hebrew is of Central Importance in Judaism

Hebrew is the sacred language of Jewish scripture and prayer and also the language of the modern Jewish state.