Hebrew, the language of modern-day Israel and of the Bible offers a unique gateway between past and present.  Hebrew has been the vehicle for Jewish thought and literature from the writings of the ancient sages, through medieval poetry, philosophy and prose, and into Enlightenment modernity.  Knowledge of Hebrew affords new insight into Judaism, Christianity, and Islam as interrelated and competing belief systems in the world.  A reborn, living Hebrew is the language of modern-day Israel whose thriving economy offers opportunities in business, international relations and technology. Study of Hebrew at KU can help students fulfill their undergraduate foreign language requirement while acquiring tools that will enrich their personal and professional lives in many areas.