It's interesting when "traditional" languages are inserted into modern contexts, and the greater the lapse of time, the more fascinating the changes.
One of my personal favourites for both professional and familial connections, is modern vs. Biblical Hebrew. It's not surprising that when Jews from all over the world assembled in Israel, they chose Hebrew, the language of their ritual prayers as their common tongue, but of course there were no words for such things as "traffic lights" nor (what might not seem obvious at first) a fork. There were words for spoons and knives because those are ancient, but forks just don't reach back as far as scriptural times.
The one that I know will be of interest to many of the Great Rabble, is "Yayin Sarruf" - the wine that is burning. Scotch Whiskey! 
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Rev'd Father Bill White: Mostly retired Parish Priest & former Elementary Headmaster. Lover of God, dogs, most people, joy, tradition, humour & clarity. Legion Padre, theologian, teacher, philosopher, linguist, encourager of hearts & souls & a firm believer in dignity, decency, & duty. A proud Canadian Sinclair.
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