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Language: A Tool of Oppression and Liberation.

Authors :
Jabr, Samah
Source :
Washington Report on Middle East Affairs. Aug2008, Vol. 27 Issue 6, p19-20. 2p. 1 Color Photograph.
Publication Year :
2008

Abstract

The author criticizes the legislative bill introduced in the Knesset of Israel that would make Hebrew Israel's sole official language. The author argues that Israel, the occupier of Palestine, wants to eliminate the Arabic language in order to erase Palestinian memories, culture and history. The author relates how Israel is taking possession of the existing culture of Palestine such as de- or renaming events and territories. The author criticizes a vocabulary that serves to perpetuate the injustices in line with Israel's occupation of Palestine.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
87554917
Volume :
27
Issue :
6
Database :
Academic Search Index
Journal :
Washington Report on Middle East Affairs
Publication Type :
Periodical
Accession number :
33275965