For Israel's Circassians, food and language sustain an ancient heritage

On a sunny afternoon, Shina Shabso was busy making traditional cheese pastries for a wedding on Israel's border with Lebanon, ...
J. The Jewish News of Northern California

A new Hebrew press in Berlin argues that Israel doesn’t own the language

Altneuland is the first non-religious Hebrew publishing house to set up outside of Israel since the state was established.
Seattle Times

In Israel-Hamas war, the weaponization of language traps people in denial

The language people use to talk about the Israel-Hamas war has power: It can contribute to misunderstanding and alienation, but it can also bring about appreciation for concepts that can seem ...
The Times of Israel

For tiny Circassian community, food and language sustain ancient heritage amid conflict

Living in two northern villages, Israel's estimated 5,000 Circassians - Sunni Muslims who serve in the IDF - hope to preserve their community while contending with Hezbollah attacks ...
Los Angeles Times

How our words about the Israel-Hamas war can add to hostilities — or help on a path to peace

The language people use to talk about the Israel-Hamas war has power: It can contribute to misunderstanding and alienation, but it can also bring about appreciation for concepts that can seem ...
Brandeis University

Hebrew Language, Literature and Culture

Brandeis has many options for those wishing to study Hebrew both on and off campus. Many students studying Hebrew choose to take advantage of the great opportunities offered in Israel to bolster their ...
Brandeis University

Hebrew Language, Literature and Culture

The Hebrew Language, Literature and Culture at Brandeis offers close to 20 beginning, intermediate and advanced level courses to promote your Hebrew language proficiency and cultural understanding. We ...