Arabic

Observation · May 14, 2025
Do Kippot and Keffiyehs Share an Etymology?
By Philologos
Only one was a mark of prestige for ancient rabbis.
Observation · August 8, 2018
Israeli Arabs Are Speaking More Hebrew, and That’s a Good Thing
By Philologos
A country of Jews, Muslims, Christians, and Druze all speaking Hebrew as their native tongue? For anyone genuinely interested in Israel's welfare, it would be a dream come true.
Observation · March 8, 2018
My Early Life with Arabic
By Menahem Milson
We were the descendants of Isaac. The Arabs, descendants of Ishmael, were therefore not only our neighbors but also our family members, our cousins.
Observation · January 24, 2018
Swearing in Time and Place
By Philologos
In Hebrew, Arabic, English, German, or any other language, taboo words are curious things.