Preserving Our Linguistic Heritage
Jul 16
1 min read
At the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Israel Center, safeguarding intangible cultural heritage goes hand in hand with preserving the unique languages that carried our stories for centuries. We are developing dedicated research and documentation programs focused on traditional languages such as Yiddish, Ladino, and Judeo-Arabic, alongside the oral traditions of the Ethiopian, Yemenite, Druze, Bedouin, and Circassian communities. Language is a vessel for folk music, religious customs, and poetry. By recording elderly tradition bearers, our center ensures that these distinct voices continue to enrich Israel’s cultural landscape.
Do you speak a traditional dialect or know someone who does? Contact us to help us document it.
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