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arabic program
Why study Arabic
Arabic is the 5th most commonly spoken native language in the world.         
There are financial incentives for learning Arabic.                                         
Arabic is the liturgical language of Islam.
 
Arabic-speaking peoples have made significant contributions to world civilization.                
There is a high demand and low supply of Arabic-speakers in the Western World.
Arabic-speaking nations are a fast growing market for trade.
The Arab-speaking world has a rich cultural heritage.      
Knowing Arabic can promote intercultural understanding.  
Arabic influence is evident in many other languages.   
The Unites States has an Arab-American minority.   
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