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Running Head: Muslim Arabs
Muslim Arabs
Bryan Radcliffe
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University of Phoenix
Arab is an ethnic group which lives across many countries in the Middle East and Africa. Apart from Israel, all countries follow the Islam as their religion. The Arabs differentiate themselves from the others on the basis of their linguistics, cultures, economic policies, social structures and religious grounds (Versteegh, 1997). The term Arab has history going way back then Christ when there were Arab Kingdoms and tribes in these areas but currently Arabs are only considered as those who have faith in Islam.
Social structures of Arabs are quite different from that are currently operational in western countries. They are still following the structures of tribes that they had originally. Some reforms have taken place in Saudi Arabia, UAE and Egypt due to some potential influences from the western countries but the concept of tribe is still present if not observant. The concept of extended families still working greatly and the pride they have in their heritage and social values is keeping them do this and they take serious responsibilities of their families. In fact they consider themselves as those who have inherited the values of Islam. The tribes have one leader and he owns the power to make decisions. The males of the families all work in different businesses. These countries are rich in oil reserves therefore most of the times they recruit people from developing countries to do their work. There is, however, discrimination quite evident in their social society. As they are the heritage owners, they consider other Muslims to be of low value. There are no law protections for the Muslims from other countries especially any residency laws which don't allow any other to gain the citizenship of these countries (Lewis, 1993).
Arabs are considered as true believers. Their faith in their religion has allowed them to critically evolve into those who are following the rules of Islam quite efficiently. Saudi Arabia holds the cities of Mecca and Medina which are the holy cities of Islam. Every years hundreds and thousands of Muslims around the world pay visit to these places for Hajj and Umrah, the two most holy practices in Islam. The graves of many prophets and noble people are present here which are visited by many regularly. Because of being a center of the religion, Arabs emphasize much on their practice as well. Spiritually they are affected by only one God who is the Creator and Owner of the entire universe. In face government also plays an important role to make people pray five times a day and the mosques are filled during these times pertaining to the fact that they are very close to their religion. Their every aspect be it social, political or cultural all are greatly emphasized by the teaching of Islam.
Political emphasis of democracy hasn't made any difference to the government system. Apart from one or two countries, all the countries have kings who are inheriting the throne from their fathers. Saudi Arab is the largest kingdom in the Middle East and Arab Peninsula and follows this trend as well, though with some reforms in recent years, the governing body's structure has changed with formation of ministries. However, there is no electoral or voting system that could decide who will be handling ministries. The decision is only taken by the king and his advisors and the chosen one belongs to an influential rich tribe (Versteegh, 1997). The richness factor is not an issue here because their religion requires that power should be given to those who are not vulnerable to capital and corruption. Corruption prevails when people having low backgrounds suddenly get hold of good positions and start manipulating reserves in a negative manner. The legal system is based on the Islamic rule which describes blood for blood and hand for hand (Lewis, 1993). The judges and magistrates follow orders right from their Holy Book and other explanatory materials. The judges and magistrates also belong to a rich and influential tribe so that they cannot be bribed. The legislation is passed by a board of judges in the presence of kings in order to uniformly apply them to all parts of the countries.
Arabs speak Arabic language which also had a very long history. Arab is the language of Quran, the Holy Book of Muslims. The traditions and the holy events of Islam are all conducted in Arabic language. With this distinction there are more than 300 million people on the planet that have Arabic as their mother tongue (Versteegh, 1997). Arabic word is taken from the word Arab, meaning the language that is spoken by the Arabs.
In the financial texture, all the Arab countries greatly rely on the oil reserves in the country. Therefore, they have a strengthened economy and that has progressed this way for many years. Many Arabic countries are influential members of OPEC which is the organization for oil producing countries and because of this fact they have been easily influencing different other countries. The government of Saudi Arabia has direct investments in United States and UAE has direct governmental investments in major developing countries like Pakistan. Because of the power they had inherited and gained, these countries are well respected in the other Muslim countries and they decisions are given value all around. Before, using oil as a major source of revenues, Arabs were indulged in the simple trades. The Arabs history determines the trade including the selling and buying of cattle as the main business. Middle East and African Arab countries are situated on deserts providing very less chance for the cultivation of crops; therefore they rely on the imported foods that come from Asian countries (Owen, 2001).
Arabs historically haven't impacted much on the education. However, in major Arab countries education system is prevailing. However, the education has two meaning for Arabs. One means the worldly education which is the current education of science and technology and other is the religious education which mostly revolves around the religious aspects of the Islam. Teaching historically and still is given in the Islamic schools and mosques; place where Muslims pray to God (Lunde, 2002). However, with current advancements in science and technology all around the world the emphasis have also turned towards it and Arabs are more likely to indulge into higher education including studying abroad as well. Various universities have recently established in many countries that are par with western countries educational systems. The petroleum engineering, in fact, is by far the best taught here in these universities.
According to the teaching of Islam, racism and discrimination is not the right practice. As described earlier, the racism is in fact has prevailed more in these countries. With the passage of time and because of the fact they have gained influence around the world, some aspects of Arabs are still not healthy (Owen, 2001). The behavior they practice against non Arabs especially non Arab Muslims is far away from their religious teaching and sometimes have led to serious criticism from other Muslim countries but still nothing has changed here. The employees that work here are completely owned by their owners as they are not allowed to leave their homes without asking for permission. Amnesty International has at various times described this serious issue of human rights against these countries but no steps have been applied yet in this regards.
The banking system in all Arab countries is purely the same, following the business rules of Islam. Islam prohibits the use of interest during debts and loans, and this is strictly implemented here. Even if a foreign bank opens up its branch in these countries they have to follow their rules. The globalization trend has made its mark in science and technology because it didn't hinder the way of Islam but foreign banking sector does so and therefore it is changed.
If the analysis of progress is done with regards to Arabs, it is evident that they have achieved more than their expectations. The countries like UAE has evolved into an international market trade market. The infrastructure and systematic approach they have delivered to their citizens and foreigners require much appraisal. The capital has been invested in right place as they have managed to justice and peace for the people living in these countries. From skyscrapers to airlines, they are considered as the best that enjoy all the luxuries of their lives and imparted these luxurious levels of life to the people living there, subtracting those who come here for labor from other countries.
On the whole, the Arabs can be regarded the best Muslims not because they have inherited the treasure of the religion, Islam, but also they have tried to implement all the rules of Islam perfectly into their practices (Lunde, 2002). The laws are governed by the teaching of Islam, the societies are build on the teaching of Islam, the banking system follows what Islam teaches, their businesses, their cultures all are affected by the teaching of their Holy Prophet (Lunde, 2002). There have been various criticisms on Arabs stating them as backwards as they still require their females to wear veils but as a matter of fact these things haven't shaken the principles of Arabs.
References
Versteegh, Kees, (1997). The Arabic Language, Edinburgh: Edinburgh University Press.
Owen, Roger. (2001). State Power and Politics in the Making of the Modern Middle East. London: Sage.
Lunde, Paul. (2002). Islam. New York: Dorling Kindersley Publishing.
Lewis, B. (1993). The Arabs in History. Oxford: Oxford University Press.
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Arab is an ethnic group which lives across many countries in the Middle East and Africa. Apart from Israel, all countries follow the Islam as their religion. The Arabs differentiate themselves from the others on the basis of their linguistics, cultures, economic policies, social structures and religious grounds. The term Arab has history going way back then Christ when there were Arab Kingdoms and tribes in these areas but currently Arabs are only considered as those who have faith in Islam.
Social structures of Arabs are quite different from that are currently operational in western countries. They are still following the structures of tribes that they had originally. Some reforms have taken place in Saudi Arabia, UAE and Egypt due to some potential influences from the western countries but the concept of tribe is still present if not observant. The concept of extended families still working greatly and the pride they have in their heritage and social values is keeping them do this and they take serious responsibilities of their families. In fact they consider themselves as those who have inherited the values of Islam. The tribes have one leader and he owns the power to make decisions. The males of the families all work in different businesses. These countries are rich in oil reserves therefore most of the times they recruit people from developing countries to do their work. There is, however, discrimination quite evident in their social society. As they are the heritage owners, they consider other Muslims to be of low value. There are no law protections for the Muslims from other countries especially any residency laws which don't allow any other to gain the citizenship of these countries.
Political emphasis of democracy hasn't made any difference to the government system. Apart from one or two countries, all the countries have kings who are inheriting the throne from their fathers. Saudi Arab is the largest kingdom in the Middle East and Arab Peninsula and follows this trend as well, though with some reforms in recent years, the governing body's structure has changed with formation of ministries. However, there is no electoral or voting system that could decide who will be handling ministries. The decision is only taken by the king and his advisors and the chosen one belongs to an influential rich tribe. The richness factor is not an issue here because their religion requires that power should be given to those who are not vulnerable to capital and corruption. Corruption prevails when people having low backgrounds suddenly get hold of good positions and start manipulating reserves in a negative manner. The legal system is based on the Islamic rule which describes blood for blood and hand for hand. The judges and magistrates follow orders right from their Holy Book and other explanatory materials. The judges and magistrates also belong to a rich and influential tribe so that they cannot be bribed. The legislation is passed by a board of judges in the presence of kings in order to uniformly apply them to all parts of the countries.
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Begin Match to source 3 in source list: (6-14-09) http://www.papercamp.com/categories/American-History/1/120.htmlIn the Miami Heat Miami, Florida has a very diverse population. Yet this alone has not meant that racial or ethnic tensions in the city are not as palpable as the city's heat.End Match It is not unusual for police to stop minorities, particularly African Americans, for unjustified reasons or merely to ask them why they are driving or walking in a certain neighborhood. There is also a great deal of tension between African Americans and those members of the Haitian community, who, in turn, are offended that Cuban Americans Begin Match to source 1 in source list: (6-28-09) http://studentoffortune.com/question/121266/Help-on-ETH-125-final-I-am-a-wh ite-femalehave, unlike them, been so easily welcomed, at least for the most part, into the community. Yet, the Cubans face discrimination from many of the Caucasian population who view them as bad for the city, just like the view anyone but themselves asEnd Match "wrong" Begin Match to source 1 in source list: (6-28-09) http://studentoffortune.com/question/121266/Help-on-ETH-125-final-I-am-a-wh ite-femaleor bad. To this is also added the reality that Cubans and others look down on those who are of other Hispanic origins, like the Puerto Ricans, the Columbians, or anyone else who is not Cuban. It is not a well mixed Melting Pot, at all. The city of Miami has 358,091 residents (Census: Miami Fact Sheet). Of that number approximately 71% are Caucasian, 22% are African American (like me), and just under 1% are Asian (Census: Miami Fact Sheet). Of this total number of persons, 69% of them are Hispanic (which is not a race, but an ethnic group that refers to persons whose countries of origin or ancestors speak or spoke Spanish, and who can be of any race) (Census: Guidance; Census: Miami Fact Sheet). Those who call themselves Hispanic are from the following major national origins (Census: Guidance; Census: Miami Fact Sheet):End Match • 50% Cuban • 27% Central American (Costa Rican, Guatemalan, Panamanian, Honduran, etc.) • 12% South American (Argentinean, Brazilian, Chilean, Columbian, etc.) • 11% Other (European Spaniards and otherwise unclassified) Begin Match to source 1 in source list: (6-28-09) http://studentoffortune.com/question/121266/Help-on-ETH-125-final-I-am-a-wh ite-femaleAs can be seen, Miami has the largest national concentration of Cubans, who, other than Spaniards, have the highest standard of living, education, and income than any otherEnd Match Begin Match to source 1 in source list: (6-28-09) http://studentoffortune.com/question/121266/Help-on-ETH-125-final-I-am-a-wh ite-femaleHispanic group in the United States (Census: We the American Hispanics). Miami is Florida's most famous city and one of its largest. During the last decade Miami has been recognized for its exciting night life, beautiful beaches, gourmet food, design, and a very exciting art and artist scene. The city's diversity has been an integral part of that growth. Many tourists are thrilled to discover Hatian, Cuban, Asian, Caribbean, French, and many other cuisines in Miami and to see people of all races, ethnicities, and nationalities on the streets. The city truly seems to be cosmopolitan, like New York, Los Angeles, or other U.S. cities. When I look around the streets of Miami I see people who both look like me and people who look nothing like me, what I do not forget, however, is that I am very much a minority in Miami. I have witnessed very negative and improper treatment of those who are African American in this city, as well as otherEnd Match "minorities." Begin Match to source 1 in source list: (6-28-09) http://studentoffortune.com/question/121266/Help-on-ETH-125-final-I-am-a-wh ite-femaleThe police in Miami, which seems to be mainly Caucasian or Hispanic, seem to particularly stop African American drivers, question African Americans whom they feel are in theEnd Match "wrong" Begin Match to source 1 in source list: (6-28-09) http://studentoffortune.com/question/121266/Help-on-ETH-125-final-I-am-a-wh ite-femalesection of town, and otherwise make many in the African American community feel they are not welcome. This is insulting because African Americans have had a long history in the state of Florida. In fact, a free black African, Juan Garrido, who was a veteren of the Spanish conquests of Hispanola, Puerto Rico and Cuba, was part of the Spanish expedition, led by Ponce de Leon, that discovered Florida in 1513 (FLA Politics). The first free community of ex-slaves, Gracia Real de Santa Teresa de Mose, or Fort Mose, was founded by African Americans in 1738 (FLA Politics). In 1862, long before the Civil War ended, St. Augustine was one of the only places where slaves were immediately freed after Lincoln read the Emancipation Proclamation; in 1864 African American soldiers from the famed 54th Massachusetts Volunteer Infantry fought the Battle of Olustee, Florida's largest civil war battle; and, in 1868 African AmericanEnd Match Begin Match to source 6 in source list: (11-21-08) http://www.flapolitics.com/showDiary.do;jsessionid=D6B03A76313E4DC77728B604 7FD31B34?diaryId=2426Jonathan C. Gibbs was appointed Florida's Secretary of StateEnd Match (FLA politics). These early examples of how vitally important Begin Match to source 7 in source list: (10-7-09) http://www.leg.state.fl.us/data/session/2007/Senate/bills/analysis/pdf/2007 s1158.go.pdfAfrican Americans have beenEnd Match to Begin Match to source 7 in source list: (10-7-09) http://www.leg.state.fl.us/data/session/2007/Senate/bills/analysis/pdf/2007 s1158.go.pdftheEnd Match development Begin Match to source 7 in source list: (10-7-09) http://www.leg.state.fl.us/data/session/2007/Senate/bills/analysis/pdf/2007 s1158.go.pdfandEnd Match history Begin Match to source 7 in source list: (10-7-09) http://www.leg.state.fl.us/data/session/2007/Senate/bills/analysis/pdf/2007 s1158.go.pdfof FloridaEnd Match and African American rights in the nation are not often discussed or taught in schools, and they should be. Perhaps if textbooks Begin Match to source 4 in source list: (5-21-09) http://www.studentoffortune.com/user/techy/questions_answeredincluded more information about the accomplishments of African Americans, instead of just their difficulties, many would understand just how much African Americans have achieved. It may alsoEnd Match help many in Miami see how important a part of this city African Americans have been and are. Sadly, Miami has also seen ethnic and racial tensions increase greatly over the last decade as changes in its population mix have occurred. Many in Miami have become increasingly intolerant of those who do not speak English, upset that so much of the city's services and businesses are bilingual. There are even many neighborhoods where one would be uncomfortable if they did not speak Spanish. Many sections of the city are also quite segregated. There is Little Havana, called that because of the large Cuban population that lives and has opened businesses there. There are also now Haitian sections of the city that have been created over the last couple of decades; Begin Match to source 2 in source list: (6-21-09) http://studentoffortune.com/question/8543/ETH-125-Cultural-Diversity---Fina l-Project-Race--CommunityJewish sections of the city; and the very inner city portion of Miami, some of the poorest communities, are almost entirely African American. While not everyone in Miami discriminates, many do. This is made worse by the fact that many in the minority groups also discriminate against each other. For example, Haitians are discriminated against by African Americans, Cubans, and Caucasians, Cubans discriminate against Haitians, African Americans, and non-Cubans, Caucasians discriminate against everyone, the rich discriminate against the poor, and, in fact, as tome time, almost everyone discriminates, either subtlety or openly, against someone who is notEnd Match "them." Begin Match to source 2 in source list: (6-21-09) http://studentoffortune.com/question/8543/ETH-125-Cultural-Diversity---Fina l-Project-Race--CommunityThis is very apparent sometimes in Cuban areas, where Haitians and other Hispanics may not be welcome. But, Miami is also a great melting pot city. There are many diverse groups in the city who work and socialize together, regardless of their race or ethnicity. I guess I could say that Miami is both segregated and united. It represents the best of American values and the worst of American isolationism. It is sometimes all welcoming and sometimes all exclusive, like human beings. The great number of minorities and immigrants in Miami helps limit discrimination to a certain extent. No matter where a person is from they can almost always find someone to help them in this city. Also, there are many well respected and successful minority leaders and business owners in this city who want to maintain open opportunities for all who want them. This community truly tries to work together for the benefit of all. Fortunately, Miami's local media, from newspapers to television, is as diverse as the city. Due the large Hispanic population in the city and in Florida, local media has many Hispanic journalists, and it also has a large number of Asian, African American, and Caucasian journalists. I believe our local media fairly accurately represents the local population mix and its interests. The media also tries to present both sides to all issues and does a very good job of announcing orEnd Match reporting Begin Match to source 5 in source list: (5-10-09) http://www.allfreeessays.com/topics/gender-media/60on local cultural events, support groups, and areas where people may need help. The media does this for allEnd Match Miami Begin Match to source 5 in source list: (5-10-09) http://www.allfreeessays.com/topics/gender-media/60residents, regardless or ethnicity, race, gender, sexualEnd Match orientation, or other matters. Miami also has many racial or ethnic newspapers, radio and television stations that cater to specific minority groups. Current economic and cultural events, however, are creating both tension and hope in the city. The nomination of American's first African American presidential candidate by the Democratic Party has given the city's African American population great pride, but it has also, in some sections of the city, created a great deal of resentment against African Americans. The city's large and well known Hispanic community has been facing criticism and even attacks as American concerns about illegal immigrants increase. Over all of this is a great rise in unemployment, the real estate turndown which has greatly harmed Florida real estate values, and increases in foreclosures can all help to bring out the worst in people. The city, and all in it, may need to carefully check themselves as the economy and the fears it creates may continue to grow. Having said all of this, however, Miami is my home and I love my city. Miami has traditionally offered hope to all people regardless of their differences. Miami has wonderful cultural programs and a great diversity of restaurants that cater to different racial and minority groups but that also educate and enlighten others about the great many wonderful things that diversity brings to Miami. A quick walk in many neighborhoods or malls lets me see many people from many different backgrounds and it is encouraging for me to live in a city where diversity is supported and celebrated by so many. While diversity through sheer numbers may never fix or remove racial and ethnic conflict, it can at least help breed familiarity and encourage understanding. References Florida's African-American History (2008). Daily Review of Florida Politics, FLA Politics, February 4, 2008. Retrieved August 28, 2008, from http://www.flapolitics.com/showDiary.do;jsessionid=D6B03A76313E4DC77728 B6047FD31B34?diaryId=2426 United States Bureau of the Census (2006). American Community Survey: Data Profile Highlights: Miami, Florida. Retrieved August 28, 2008, from http://factfinder.census.gov/servlet/ACSSAFFFacts?_event=&ActiveGeoDiv= geoSelect&pctxt=fph&_lang=en&_sse=on&geo_id=16000US1245000&_state=04000 US12 United States Bureau of the Census (2003). U.S. Census Bureau Guidance on the Presentation and Comparison of Race and Hispanic Origin Data. Retrieved August 28, 2008, from http://www.census.gov/population/www/socdemo/compraceho.html United States Department of Commerce, Economics and Statistics Administration, Bureau of the Census. (1993, September). We the American Hispanics. Retrieved August 28, 2008, from http://www.census.gov/apsd/wepeople/we-2r.pdf
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What language is that? It's definitely not English.
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Fictitious gibberish, written by a complete ignoramus whose English is disgusting (and I am being very very polite).
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My favorite part of the Arab essay (about Saudi Arabia):
"However, there is no electoral or voting system that could decide who will be handling ministries. The decision is only taken by the king and his advisors and the chosen one belongs to an influential rich tribe (Versteegh, 1997). The richness factor is not an issue here because their religion requires that power should be given to those who are not vulnerable to capital and corruption. Corruption prevails when people having low backgrounds suddenly get hold of good positions and start manipulating reserves in a negative manner."
Like I've said before, English is one thing, but logic is something else entirely.
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pheelyks: My favorite part of the Arab essay (about Saudi Arabia):
You are braver than most. I was gagging by the fifth sentence and could not go on. In my defence, though, I did manage to `survive' reading these `facts'
1) Arabs are an ethnic group
2) `Arab' refers to Muslims (I believe the millions of Arab Christians would object - 8 million in Egypt alone)
3) Egypt has a tribal system
4) Arab countries adhere to Islamic banking regulations (that would be Malaysia, Indonesia, etc., not the MENA countries)
Is it too much to expect a researcher to actually research, or for an English language writer to know the language????!!!!!
Whitegrim - which company provided this piece of trash?
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