"Do you know why dogs are man's best friend? It's because they're not in politics."Yitzhak Navon
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Israeli - Politician|April 9, 1921 - November 7, 2015
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"There is no other language as similar to Hebrew like Arabic."Yitzhak Navon
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Israeli - Politician | Born April 9, 1921 - November 7, 2015
# Yitzhak Navon Quotes
Yitzhak Navon was an Israeli politician, educator and writer who served as the fifth President of Israel. Born in Jerusalem to a family with deep Sephardic roots, he spoke several languages, including Hebrew, Arabic, Spanish and Ladino, and later served as Minister of Education.
Navon was also a playwright and cultural figure who celebrated Sephardic heritage on stage. He was remembered for his warmth and wit, both of which show in the quotes below.
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Who was Yitzhak Navon?
Yitzhak Navon was an Israeli statesman and writer who served as the fifth President of Israel.
When was Yitzhak Navon President of Israel?
He served as President of Israel from 1978 to 1983.
What languages did Yitzhak Navon speak?
He spoke Hebrew, Arabic, Spanish and Ladino, among others.
What is Yitzhak Navon's most famous quote?
His best-known humorous line is "Do you know why dogs are man's best friend? It's because they're not in politics."