Hebrew

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.

Shalom: Peace in Hebrew

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

The Vitality of the Hebrew Language

What are the secrets of its survival?

The Wisdom of the Hebrew Alphabet

Jewish mystics found Divinity in the Hebrew letters.

The Revival of Hebrew

The Hebrew language was re-embraced by proponents of the Jewish enlightenment, then fully reborn in Palestine.

Hebrew Words

Some basic Hebrew words for a beginner.

English Words of Hebrew Origin

From cabal to camel, a list of English words that derive from Hebrew.

The Story of “Oy Vey”

Half Hebrew, half Aramaic, this classic lament is all Jewish.

The Hebrew Alphabet: A Mystical Journey

Jewish mystics took Judaism's reverence for the Hebrew language one step further, venerating the Hebrew letters themselves and considering them paths to the Divine.

Hebrew’s Theological Significance

According to Jewish tradition, Hebrew is the original language of humanity and the language spoken by God.

The Beginnings of the Hebrew Language

It's difficult to pinpoint the moment Hebrew emerged as a unique language.