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Despite its outwardly static and traditional appearance, the Haredi (ultra-Orthodox) world is engaged in a constant cultural dialogue with modernity. This dialogue is exceptionally visible in the realm of language as shown in this study that examines the language and culture of four ultra-Orthodox groups found in Israel: the Ashkenazi (European) Mitnagdim-Lithuanians, and the Oriental Sefaradi Haredim. After the presentation of the historical background of the four sects, the author analyzes the
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- Author
- Simeon D. Baumel
- Publisher
- Berghahn Books, Incorporated
- Published
- 2006
- Language
- EN
- ISBN
- 9781845450625
- Category
- language
- Subjects
- Language Learning, Religion, Science
- Rating
- 4.5 / 5 (2 ratings)
- Updated
- 2026-03-25
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