Yiddish (YIDDISH)

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Courses

YIDDISH 101 Elementary Yiddish 5 Units

Introduction to Yiddish language and literature. Attention to reading, writing, and speaking in the context of the historic Yiddish cultural environment.

YIDDISH 102 Intermediate Yiddish 5 Units

Further intensive study of Yiddish, building on the foundation established in 101. Advanced grammar and introduction to the reading of original texts.

YIDDISH 103 Readings in Yiddish 3 Units

Study of selected Yiddish texts including prose, poetry, and drama, from various periods and geographic areas, in the context of time and place. Review of relevant grammatical topics. Increased attention to the Hebrew/Aramaic component. Selections may vary from semester to semester.