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Go topBy: Maryem Bouatlaoui / Arab America Contributing Writer Safaitic Language The Safaitic language derives from various South Semitic scripts used by Arabs in southern Syria and northern Jordan’s Harrah region. Researchers believe that the Safaitic language was used around two thousand years ago in northern Arabia and is composed of a script distinct from the … Continued
Photo Credits: Walled Off 2023 – Vin Arfuso By: Joanna Sawtari / Arab America Contributing Writer The Incentive Taking its name after Bansky’s hotel in Bethlehem, the documentary “Walled Off” tells the candid story of what it’s like to live under Israeli occupation. Film director and producer Vin Arfuso collaborated with Anwar Hadid, Pink Floyd’s … Continued
Arab Coffee. Photo: Wikimedia By: Joud Sleilaty / Arab America Contributing Writer In the Arab world, serving Arab coffee is a time-honored tradition that goes beyond mere beverage consumption. This custom is steeped in history and deep-rooted cultural values, and it originated in Yemen. Arab coffee has become a symbol of welcome, a source of communication, … Continued
By: Ghassan Rubeiz / Contributing Writer Commentary on two books by Arab women: Glass Cedars by Kathy Saad Feghali, N D Press, 2023; Stranger In My Own Land by Fida Jiryis, C Hurst, 2022. This summer I read these two family-oriented books authored by two talented Arab women. The styles differ remarkably; one is a novel, and … Continued
Map of The Middle East. Photo: WikiMedia By: Joud Sleilaty / Arab America Contributing Writer Introduction The Middle East, a region rich in history, culture, and diversity, has long been a focal point of global attention. Unfortunately, in recent decades, the Western perception of the Middle East has been dominated by images of conflict, terrorism, … Continued
Photo: Pixabay By: Eman El-Ajlouni / Arab America Contributing Writer The phrase “high-context culture,” which was first introduced by anthropologist Edward T. Hall in the 1970s, is frequently used to describe Arab culture. While low-context cultures focus more on explicit verbal communication, high-context cultures are intuitive, contemplative, and engaged with the community. They rely on … Continued
By: Saba Jobah / Contributing Writer Modern Feminism turned Aggressor Often muslim women wearing the hijab will find themselves as the victim of modern feminism. How could that be? Instead, it has become extremely one-sided in supporting sexual liberation and used in anti-feminist narratives. As stated by Haq, “… on October 4, 2021, a seven-year-old … Continued
By: Kathryn K. Abdul-Baki / Contributing Writer When I started my Master’s program in creative writing, I had hoped to emulate my favorite writers at the time—Ernest Hemingway, John Updike, Philip Roth, and Joyce Carol Oats. They were the writers I studied and loved, the ones I thought I needed to sound like in order … Continued
Photo: commons.wikimedia.org By: Joud Sleilaty / Arab America Contributing Writer Arab societies have a rich history, characterized by their traditions and tightly-knit communities. However, within the context of this vibrant cultural heritage, a concerning pattern has persisted: the stigma surrounding therapy. For many Arabs, the concept of seeking professional help for mental health issues remains … Continued
By: Bishara A. Bahbah / Arab America Featured Columnist Over the past decades, many believed Israel could self-destruct without their unifying focus of battling Palestinian and Arab enemies. As relations between Israel and Arab countries are warming up, and Palestinians have ceased, in the view of many Israelis, including its military and security establishments, to be … Continued
Photo: FreePik By: Eman El-Ajlouni / Arab America Contributing Writer The Arab market includes a complex and dynamic economic environment that spans several cultures and countries. Global businesses must modify their tactics to align with the regional values and preferences of this market if they want to succeed in this complex environment. This adaptability is … Continued
Photo Credits: Atlantic Council By: Joanna Sawtari / Arab America Contributing Writer Different Mediums of Expression Art has long been a medium for expressing cultural heritage, identity, and societal narratives. From ancient civilizations to modern-day societies, artwork has played a significant role in capturing the essence of a region. In the Arab world, where diverse … Continued
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