Yiddish proverbs and sayings
Yiddish is a historical language that has its origins in Central Europe, with historians dating it back to the ninth century. In the centuries that have followed, Yiddish has been used by Jewish people in their prominent texts, at ceremonies, and to preach sermons and deliver messages. In the present day, Yiddish is mainly spoken by Orthodox Jews and elders, but the many proverbs that have been written in centuries gone by still retaining much of their meaning and relevance to Jews all over the world.
While many of the proverbs were initially written in Yiddish, they have been widely translated into English, which enables not only Jews to take meaning from them, but people of all religions and creeds. So whether you’re celebrating an upcoming bar mitzvah or looking for inspiration for your studies or career path, Yiddish proverbs could prove inspiring and relevant to you. Many of the phrases written in Yiddish capture the promise of the human spirit, as well as the importance of following a strong moral and ethical code guided by God. They’re undeniably a great source of comfort and inspiration to many.
