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Who Invented the Alphabet?

Everyone assumes the Greeks invented the alphabet, but what are its real origins? Archaeological finds tell us that it originated in Egypt where Hebrew slaves began the process of turning hieroglyphics into a series of symbols which convey sounds that can be used to form words.

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  • Originally Aired September 12, 2005
  • Runtime 30 minutes
  • Created June 19, 2016 by
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Name Type Role
Simcha Jacobovici Guest Star