Beginner Ladino (Judeo-Spanish) Course with Esther Rute

A 5-lesson beginner online course in Ladino (Judeo-Spanish), open to anyone with no prior knowledge of the language. The course covers basic vocabulary, official Ladino orthography, and everyday communication skills, with cultural content including traditional Sephardi songs, folk stories, and special sessions on Sephardic Jewish holidays and traditions.

Taught by Esther Rute, who holds a BA in Semitic Philology (Complutense University) and two MAs in Jewish History and Spanish Studies from the Hebrew University of Jerusalem. She is a certified language teacher, External Advisor to the National Authority for Ladino (ANL), and Deputy Editor of Aki Yerushalayim.

Schedule: Tuesdays, June 2 – June 30

Time: 9:30 – 11 a.m.

Platform: Zoom

Cost: $270 early bird for 5 classes (by May 31) | $300 regular

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