- Historical and religious significance: Hebrew has been associated with the Jewish people and their culture for thousands of years.
- Modern revival: Hebrew was revived in the 19th and 20th centuries as part of the Zionist movement, serving as a symbol of Jewish identity and national revival.
2. Arabic:
- Historical and cultural legacy: Large segments of the population, particularly the Palestinian Arab community, speak Arabic.
- Official language since the founding: Arabic was designated as an official language in 1948, recognizing the rights and culture of the significant Arab-Palestinian minority.