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Maaloula Aramaic
Reviving Aramaic and Preserving Maaloula
Yawna is a non-profit educational initiative committed to two primary goals:
1. Reviving Aramaic: by conducting extensive academic research to document and study this endangered language, then translating our findings into contemporary educational and cultural materials. [Aramaic Section]
2. Preserving the culture and heritage of Maaloula: by developing a digital archive of everything related to Maaloula and conducting further research into the history, geography, archaeology, and relevant areas to deepen our understanding of this unique site. [Maaloula Section]
Join us in our efforts to secure continued use and preservation of this invaluable gem of human cultural heritage for future generations.
Rimon Wehbi, M.A., Semitic Studies
Discover the Language of Jesus!
Explore the enchanting world of Aramaic with our free digital dictionary, filled with vivid imagery and audio pronunciations. Uncover fascinating facts about its cultural significance and historical legacy. Whether you’re a language lover, history buff, or cultural explorer, you’ll certainly find something to pique your interest.
Explore the Rich History of Maaloula!
Maaloula, a Syrian town with a captivating cultural heritage and home to some of the world’s oldest Christian monasteries. It has been inhabited for thousands of years, and is one of the last two places in the world where Western Aramaic is still alive. Let Yawna be your gateway to this breath-taking world.
