Hebrew-speaking refers to individuals or communities that communicate using the Hebrew language. Hebrew is a Semitic language that has been spoken for thousands of years and is the official language of the State of Israel. It is also used in Jewish religious texts and practices. The modern form of Hebrew, known as Modern Hebrew, was revitalized in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, transforming it from a liturgical language into a spoken one. Today, Hebrew is spoken by millions of people worldwide, primarily in Israel and among Jewish communities globally.