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Second assignment Sunday *Comment on your culture in depth. 27th of cot, 2013 In this piece of writing I’m going to comment on the Arab culture, talking about its general features and showing Its points of strength and weakness. As we all know, culture (which is defined as the characteristics of a particular group of people related to everything from language, religion, cuisine, social habits, music and arts) differs from one nation to another. We can see the reflection of each nation’s identity through Its culture; therefore, we can easily distinguish between the Arab culture ND any other culture in the world.
Arab culture has significant features that didn’t change throughout time. For example, family is the key social point, and family loyalty influences all the aspects of an Arab’s life. Besides, age and wisdom are honored In Arab societies. Another Important thing Is that religion affects Arabs’ lives and decisions greatly. The Arab culture went through ups and downs Like any other culture. It had its great achievements and its miserable failures. When it was at its best, Arabs were united, strong and they had a great influence on others.
They respected each other, shared the same interests and had the same aims; thus, they were able to dominate most of Salsa and North Africa. They were highly respected by other nations because they were powerful. Arabs were intellectuals; many brilliant scientists- such as Bin Sins and Bin Al-Hath came up with important discoveries and inventions. The Arab culture left a bright print in every place It reached. When people and culture weaken, the accomplishments nil consequently. That’s exactly what happened to Arabs and their culture.
As decades passed, major preferences which were caused by foreign occupation arose between Arab countries. These differences have led to disunity and conflict across the Arab world. Arab societies started to face serious problems because people became selfish and hypocrites. They were no longer gathered with the same hopes and goals. Arabs turned into consumers and followers for other cultures, imitating their habits and customs even if they’re not useful. They also became unable to manage their affairs; as a result, Independence became a dream that Is nearly Impossible to come true to any Arab countries.
Although we ( Arabs) are still facing endless problems in our communities and countries, I totally believe that we can bring back our lost glories. We have to learn out of our experience and work hard to thrive again. We must start working now with determination to succeed. The only way to do that Is through honesty, loyalty, solidarity relations and all other manners we had been committed to during our best decades. Besides, we must think for ourselves, act independently and be creative. We mustn’t accept less than we deserve.