The Holiness of Yiddish: Who Says Yiddish Is Holy and Why?.

Fishman, Joshua A.

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ERIC Number: EJ657472

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Publication Date: 2002

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The Holiness of Yiddish: Who Says Yiddish Is Holy and Why?

Fishman, Joshua A.

Language Policy, v1 n2 p123-41 2002

Examines one topic within positive ethnolinguistic consciousness: the attribution of sanctity. particular focus is on the sanctity of Yiddish. (Author/VWL)

Descriptors: Language Attitudes, Public Policy, Uncommonly Taught Languages, Yiddish

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research

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Language: English

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