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The Holocaust as Revelation: Fackenheim & Greenberg

According to some thinkers, the events of the Nazi era initiated changes in the nature of Judaism.

What is Ladino?

Judeo-Spanish -- also known as Ladino -- mixes 16th-century Spanish, Hebrew, Turkish and other languages.

The History of Yiddish

Yiddish originated in Germany, but was eventually spoken by Jews all over Europe.

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.

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.

Jewish Languages: From Aramaic to Yiddish

Think Hebrew is the only Jewish language? Think again!

7 Things You Should Know About Hebrew

The Jewish people's traditional language has a storied past.

Jewish Languages 101

What happens when a people has no land of its own?

B’hukotai

Leviticus 26:3-27:34

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