The Origins of Hebrew

The video explores the origins and development of the Hebrew language and alphabet. It begins with the Hebrew Bible and early inscriptions, highlighting the Proto-Canaanite script as a link between Canaanite and Hebrew. The Semitic language family is discussed, including Akkadian and Ugaritic. The role of scribes and literacy in ancient societies is examined, with evidence from archaeological finds. The video concludes with the evolution of the Hebrew alphabet from Proto-Sinaitic script, showing its influence on modern alphabets.

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