In a new series, we’re exploring Jewish languages. Delve into the history of Hebrew: Once a dead language, today Hebrew is the only successful large-scale example of linguistic revival, spoken as a native language by millions of people. | World Jewish Congress

The official languages of Israel are Hebrew and Arabic, reflecting the diverse backgrounds of the country's population. Hebrew is the main language of the Jewish population and is also the official language of the state, while Arabic is primarily spoken by the Arab population. The third language you find everywhere in Israel is English. Growing up in Israel, this linguistic diversity was a part of my daily life. I learned English and Arabic in school, complementing my native Hebrew. This multili

How many languages does Israel speak? 🇮🇱 Israel is a linguistic mosaic! While Hebrew and Arabic are the official languages, you’ll hear a stunning variety of tongues across the country. Here are just a few of the languages spoken in Israel: 🗣 Hebrew: Revived as a modern language, it’s the heart of Israeli life. 🗣 Arabic: Spoken by Israel’s Arab citizens and widely recognized in culture and government. 🗣 Russian: Nearly 1 million immigrants from the former Soviet Union brought their language