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Introduction to Other Languages
Introduction to Jewish Languages Other Than English Originally, the language of the Jews was Hebrew, but it died out as the everyday language spoken by
Links – Pages & Sites about the Hebrew Language
Kids animation study for Hebrew Alphabet (excellent video introducing the Hebrew alphabet, its letters and their sounds)(8 minutes, 8 seconds) Hebrew Alphabet (Judaism 101) Hebrew
History of the Hebrew Language
Hebrew is a very ancient language. Its evolution can be divided up into six distinctive periods. The Hebrew language underwent some changes during each of
Ayin (Hebrew Letter)
The letter AYIN Χ’ represents the number seventy in the Hebrew alphabet and numerology. It is a symbol of perception and insight. The word AYIN
Zayin (Hebrew Letter)
The letter ZAYIN has a numerical value of seven, alluding to the seven days in which the world was created. As the number seven, ZAYIN
Gematria
Each letter of the Hebrew alphabet is allocated a particular numerical value, depending on its position in the Hebrew alphabet. These days, Hebrew speakers use
Samech (Hebrew Letter)
The letter SAMECH equals the number sixty in Hebrew numerology. Its circular form is symbolic of the endless cycle of life. The letter SAMECH is
Vav (Hebrew Letter)
The letter VAV is equal to the number six and is the symbol of connection, portraying a bridge in structure. As the number six, the
Hebrew Printing
Printing revolutionised the world. It brought knowledge to the masses, increased literacy and spread information. This was also true of Hebrew printing and its effect
Nun (Hebrew Letter)
The letter NUN has a numerical value of fifty, and is the symbol of faithfulness. There are two forms of the letter NUN: the bent
Heh (Hebrew Letter)
HEY represents the number five. It appears twice in the sacred Name of God, deeming it a symbol of Divinity. The letter HEY is comprised
Tav (Hebrew Letter)
As the final letter of the Hebrew alphabet, TAV is equal to the number four hundred and is symbolic of perfection. The word TAV means
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