In preparation for the upcoming trip, Amir got me an online Arabic tutorial for our anniversary (He knows the way to my heart!) I have some prior education in Arabic under my belt, but this course will help me gain more momentum.
-The symbols we use in English to represent our numbers are actually Arabic. The Arabic language uses Hindi symbols. Why? I have not the faintest idea.
-Coincidently, the word for beef in Arabic is 'lahm bakary.' This is in no relation to the English word 'hamburger'... just a coincidence.
-Egypt is the media center of the middle east. Egypt also has a distinct dialect that thanks to its media industry, is fairly easy to undestand by most middle easterners. The dialect is MUCH softer and, in my opinion, more romantic sounding than other dialects I've heard.
-Egypt recognizes Christianity as a religion. Your religion is on your government issued I.D. There is not much discrimination for a person who is born into a Christian family. However, if a Muslim were to convert, that person would stand to lose their family, probably his or her job and would most likely be 'starting over' in life.
So these are just a few things off the top of my head. More to come!
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