Hi every body,
This is Abrar. I am from Saudi Arabia. I am 25 years old. I am married. I have 3 brothers, and I do not have sister. I came to USA before 7 months ago in order to complete my studies in pathology field. That all basic information about me. I am happy because by this blog, I can know different people from different countries.
Best Regards,
Abrar
I have never met a person who studies pathology, so I want to know how it is like. Also, I am interesting in your culture!
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ReplyDeleteI have been to the embassy of Saudi Arabia in Japan. I am interested in your culture, so let's talk about our own countries!
Haruna
I am happy, too. I want to know speech of other countries. Especially, I want to know a system of education.
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ReplyDeleteThank you for your comment. I will introduce to you some of Saudi Society & Culture.
Islam is practised by all Saudis and governs their personal, political, economic and legal lives. Islam was born in Saudi Arabia and thus is visited by millions of Muslims every year. The Prophet Muhammad is seen as the last of God's emissaries (following in the footsteps of Jesus, Moses, Abraham, etc) to bring revelation to mankind. He was distinguished with bringing a message for the whole of mankind, rather than just to a certain peoples. As Moses brought the Torah and Jesus the Bible, Muhammad brought the last book, the Quran. The Quran and the actions of the Prophet (the Sunnah) are used as the basis for all guidance in the religion.
Among certain obligations for Muslims are to pray five times a day - at dawn, noon, afternoon, sunset, and evening. The exact time is listed in the local newspaper each day. Friday is the Muslim holy day. Everything is closed. Many companies also close on Thursday, making the weekend Thursday and Friday.
During the holy month of Ramadan all Muslims must fast from dawn to dusk and are only permitted to work six hours per day. Fasting includes no eating, drinking, cigarette smoking, or gum chewing. Expatriates are not required to fast; however, they must not eat, drink, smoke, or chew gum in public.
Each night at sunset, families and friends gather together to celebrate the breaking of the fast (iftar). The festivities often continue well into the night. In general, things happen more slowly during Ramadan. Many businesses operate on a reduced schedule. Shops may be open and closed at unusual times.
Family Values
The family and tribe are the basis of the social structure.
As is seen in their naming conventions, Saudis are cognizant of their heritage, their clan, and their extended family, as well as their nuclear family.
Saudis take their responsibilities to their family quite seriously.
Families tend to be large and the extended family is quite close.
The individual derives a social network and assistance in times of need from the family.
Nepotism is considered a good thing, since it implies that employing people one knows and trusts is of primary importance.
Etiquette and Customs in Saudi
Meeting Etiquette
Men shake hands. Good friends may greet each other with a handshake and a kiss on each cheek.
Women generally hug and kiss close friends.
Men and women would not greet each other in public I from outside the family.
When Saudis greet each other they take their time and converse about general things.
That's all feel free to ask any thing that is not clear to you. I will be so happy for that.
Wishing you are well,
Abrar
Hello,
ReplyDeleteThis is for who want to know about my major( Pathology ).
Pathology is the study and diagnosis of disease through examination of organs, tissues, bodily fluids, and whole bodies.And there are many major area in pathology:
Anatomical Pathology
Chemical Pathology
Clinical Pathology
Forensic Pathology
General Pathology
Genetic Pathology
Haematology
Immunopathology
Microbiology
Pathology program offer in college of medicine and laboratory science.
If you have any question fell confident to contact with me.
Abrar
Thank you for sharing so much about your culture! I feel like I got to learn a little more about your culture. Perhaps I will plan a some time in class so that everyone has a chance to learn about each other's culture! I think it would be a lot of fun!
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