Why does it matter what our culture does? Haaretz Weekly - Episode 30 Haaretz. A 14-year-old girl from the Palestinian city of Hebron has escaped child marriage and sought refuge with Israeli border police after being sold to an Israeli Bedouin man 20 years her elder, Haaretz reports . Residents of East Jerusalem are subject to Israeli marriage law, which since at least 1959 has barred the formation of polygamous unions in Israel. I went to the office of the deputy director, the one who had been decent with me during my first visit two years earlier, when I had come, Adam in the baby carrier strapped to my chest, to file an application for family unification temporary permits that would allow Osama to enter Israel on the basis of a humanitarian exception. [11] It's estimated that 30% of married women in the West Bank and 50% in Gaza will be subjected to domestic violence, and less than 1% will seek the help of a social worker, a shelter, a civil-society organisation or the police. Two weeks after her Orthodox wedding, a Jewish newlywed woman from Brooklyn discovered that her husband is apparently a Lebanese Muslim, who may be a Palestinian, and had been posing as a Jew . If they don't, their husband will be considered as " Ghareeb " (strangers), even if the town they hail from is only 10 minutes away. But, even if I cannot rally other progressive women beside me, I hope to set an example and create a small wave of change. 11 However, women are more likely to be widowed or remain single after separation, while men are more . On the occasion of the wedding a youth concert called Zaffa, will be held, which requires the rental of a music ensemble, or a music band, a voice mixer, a stereo, head- phones to every one, and a large number of chairs for all the family members. It is important that in the Muslim community (mosques, marriages, friendship, etc.) This is not an indictment of refugee women as much as it is an indictment of Syrian society and laws . For example, these Muslim girls are extremely gifted and well-educated. (I am 33) [8], Polygyny, whereby a husband has more than one wife, is explicitly permitted under Islam. He, the groom, must equip the house, pay the dowry, invite to the youth ceremony, pay for the wedding day & the banquet for both families, including all other expenses, to prove that he highly appreciate his the women that is now his wife, even if he is forced to borrow the money. The recruitment consultant, 26, had four . In the morning he must take her, her sisters and her chosen female friends from relatives, to a women beauty & hair salon and he must pay the costs for them all. This time, she had to coordinate her entry with Israels Coordinator of Government Activities in the Territories. Out of curiosity, are our Arab Muslim sons getting the same reactions and negative feedback from their parents if they bring home a non-Arab woman to marry? Its just unfortunate the Arab & Muslim bashers feed off of this thing. I am Puerto Rican and my husband Egyptian. During the ceremony, the sheikh lays out the terms of the marriage, and a contract is signed by both parties. And she was (after waiting in the Israeli terminal for several hours). The couple is also concerned about the recent outbreak of open racism in Israel. Because apparently any Arab understands us better than a non-Arab, right? Your nationality is not sn accomplishment! I am white, she is Yemenia. Officials from COGAT and the Interior Ministry said that Elaine couldnt enter that day, but would be allowed to enter the next day. But I was wrong. They understand and love art, history, science. Fahed. What word was it? A sexually frustrated Palestinian-American agrees to marry an Israeli woman for a Green Card, triggering a war at home with his parents, who will stop at nothing to divorce him from his new wife. Sometimes a wedding hall will be rented to throw a banquet. actually I know alot! https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=zsLdu5Z4Dws. There one who proposes to a beauty does not care about the dowry which means that he may sells his own soul, to provide the dowry for her, to express his high appreciation and his warm feelings towards his future wife. My name is Umm Forat, and I met with you two years ago, when I submitted an application for family unification., I was surprised that he apparently remembered us. Its so disheartening to see that humanity outside of technology has done very little growth and is still stuck whether overtly or not in attitudes that are 500 or more years old. I was married to an Egyptian long ago. If they do keep their job, their occupation is seen as less significant compared to that of her husband. If the woman is not suitable for him, from the point of his view, the mother and sister will keep searching for another women, to be the partner of his married life. The answer is YES. I continued to a work meeting inside Tel Aviv, using Waze to circle around the traffic. In 2010, in the West Bank, the minimum age of marriage was 15 for girls and 16 for boys. Click here to read Umm Forat's previous posts. A few years ago, my adolescent self would never conjure such thoughts, but as a twenty year old, it seems inevitable. Generally, marriage in Palestine is divided into two types : the. Personally, I want to get married. Yes I would suggest that what is good for the goose is good for the gander. Muslim and Divorced by 30 Where to Now? Ive witnessed a few Arab women undermining their true aspirations because out of fear of failure, not being good enough, or the idea of starting a family later than planned. Not from our hometown, I said. I find that to be a bit disappointing, even though that should not be the only characteristic factored in when choosing the person you want to spend the rest of your life with. Whether you're looking for a wife or husband, we'll do our best to help you find your life partner. A friend of mine has just witnessed the silent death of a little girl in . Sex is not allowed outside of the confines of marriage. In my case, since my family is from the village of Beit Sahour, I will most likely be marrying someone from one of the several clans that make up that small town (or one of their American counterparts). Upon acceptance the men from each family will together hold a meeting, called (dowry determining), where both parts will evaluate the wedding costs, and all demands requested for the bride, to agree to this marriage. Courtesy of Claire Hajaj. I gave both of them scorn. I eventually decided (sort of as a joke), that my future husband shall be a Lebanese French-speaking bae. you have a tainted despicable view of courage! By quietly defying these rules and expectations and standing my ground, I do not think this will initiate enough of a paradigm shift. We both get along with each others family, and we exchange cultural ideas and practices. The groom then finalizing the declaration process in the hall together with the men, of both families. Recently, especially amongst couples I know, I have realized that most of the time, the wife is always more conventionally attractive than her husband. Its been two years., There are all kinds of evaluations Im not sure how much Im allowed to say. The grooms family starts the conversation asking questions in a polite way, about the acceptable dowry. I just dated an Egyptian man who was wonderful in every way possible except that he will not marry a woman that was not born and raised in Egypt. You do not just marry a man, you marry his mother, father, sisters, brothers, etc. Even though this is the norm, Im apprehensive of the fact that women always have to relocate to wherever their husband lives or works. From the dresses, to the hair and makeup, all the way down to the lovely high heels, I seem to constantly fret about being just right. that we disconnect from whats culturally important to us and concentrate on whats religiously important. Lol, O you mankind, surely We created you of a male and a female, and We have made you races and tribes that you may get mutually acquainted. Europeans Seeking to Live With Palestinian Kin Face Long Arm of Israeli Bureaucracy, After Locking This Palestinian Out of His Home, Israel Revokes His Entry Permit, Video Shows Settlers Throwing Stones at Palestinian Home in West Bank, Haaretz Daily Newspaper Ltd. All Rights Reserved. I requested the meeting with the insurance agent to open a pension fund, but he insisted on trying to sell me disability, life and supplementary health insurance. Palestinian weddings are an extra special occasion to see the culture at its most vibrant - so grab your dancing shoes, and get ready for a few days of singing, eating, and being merry (without the champagne, of course). I called her back and I explained to her what a great man he is and that he comes from a great family, but all I heard was her crying on the other end, interrupted by one word every few seconds. The wedding couldnt happen without her. (Getty Images) A new law raising the legal age of marriage from 16 to 18 has come into force today in England and Wales . Allah made us into certain colors and tribes for a reason. It should be noted that the Palestinian Central Bureau of Statistics (PCBS) reported in 2012 that 35% of marriages happened to girls below 18 years old. Coverage for organ transplants, operations abroad and medical evacuation flights will cost you just 88 shekels ($25) a month for the entire family, he said. So, conversely, it is more common for young men to be excused from learning how to cook and perform household chores. This situation, which is supposed to be more nuanced, always relies completely on the husbands input or personal circumstances. The other part of the equation you need is a husband and your youth is calculated so that you can eventually receive one, and essentially win. *. It is permissible for boys and men to be more outspoken. When did you decide this. Even though I say this, I honestly believe I will not know what to expect until after Im married and become what Im apparently destined to be: a wife. I hope you are infertile. The curse is not the actual wedding. So, this marriage is completely valid with Jew or Christian but a Muslim must pay the Mahr first. The soldier who checked my documents wore a face mask that had slipped down to her chin, and when she gave me back my ID card, her exposed fingers touched mine. also, why do u ASSume Im male? Do YOU live with them? After the Muslim holiday of Eid al-Fitr, daycare centers and kindergartens were allowed to reopen in Palestine and thus parents could go back to work. So how about if Allah said that the best one for us is not from among our village or nation? Divorce is also rare, since it is also considered taboo. We both love Allah, pray, etc. the mental gymnastics demonstrated in your fallacy is beyond hilarious! Do I think that less women will choose to attain the idyllic nuclear family unit if there were other acceptable options? Why they werent certain Elaine would be allowed to cross the bridge. When my mother saw that feelings were starting to develop between Assif and me in college, she went out of her way to introduce to me to other guys. What was your relationship like during those years of waiting, I think you misread this and are perhaps talking past each other. "A man from my family can easily marry a girl from outside the family, but we, the girls, are not entitled to marry men from another family. Sadly, i expect more from muslims about Non Racist issues as we have the thaught from our one God through the beloved prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) And since everyone is expected to have children at one point no matter what, I will also be oum (mother). ..I dont know why? In Gaza the minimum age was 17 for girls and 18 for boys. I already know the answer to that question: NO! But, it looks like Laurnen Ann Rossell is a troll. One such woman, a 25-year-old mixed Black American-Palestinian, told me that she was rejected by her American-Palestinian fiance's mother because "she did not speak good enough Arabic" and . Uncles had married white women, cousins had married white men. Please donate to the project at: * https://www.paypal.me/coreygilshuster * https://www.patr. 5 of 2018 on 14 March 2018, which repealed article 308 of the 1960 Jordon Penal Code enforced in the West Bank. CHARLESTON, W.Va. (AP) The West Virginia House of Delegates passed a bill Wednesday that would prohibit minors from getting married . She almost scrapped the trip, including attending her sons wedding on May 25. Forced marriage is more likely to affect girls than boys, the Ministry of Justice said. Wellnot from a town located in Palestine. We are not allowed to have boyfriends. While boys are also not allowed to hang out with girls that they are not related to on their own, its apparently fine for them to portray themselves as being involved in other debauchery. In 2003 they passed a law blocking family unification for Israeli citizens who marry Palestinians., But usually you can bring a spouse to Israel., Usually you can. The answer is YES. YOURE BEHIND A COMPUTER YOURSELF! If you dont mind me asking.. What changed their minds during those 5 years? I feel sorry for you the hatered is eating you up. The judges' decision, in the words of the country's normally restrained Haaretz daily, was "shameful". I missed balmy Tel Aviv evenings, without the coolness of the hills of Ramallah. Attending weddings as a girl always proved to be a magical experience. and what will u do if after marriage he decides to leave islam? By creating the phrase, implied marriage, I hope to capture the essence of marriage practices in the Arab world. Judges had the power to approve an earlier marriage. Maybe out of a sense of solidarity, the deputy director had given me hints about the justifications his superiors would employ to deny our application thus allowing me to prepare counterarguments. Elaine also cried, and the woman in charge of border inspections (I liked her, Elaine said) brought her water. Ive seen and heard a lot of these stories from the womans perspective. I do not want the possibility of me moving to a completely different state or country by myself after graduation to be a groundbreaking thing. I want to be given complete autonomy in those types of decisions. He will not even marry an Egyptian woman raised in Canada. Experts from Texas A&M and Carnegie Mellon University have . I also think its important to understand that a person can also find love outside the religion as well. In my culture, it is a custom for young people to live with their parents until they tie the knot. Keep your head up. Since I am an Arab Christian, I will only speak of that specific group of people. Dinakar, who works for a private firm, decided to stab Leela to death as her family did . In approving an effective ban on marriages between Israelis and Palestinians this week, Israel's Supreme Court has shut tighter the gates of the Jewish fortress the state of Israel is rapidly becoming. Everything possible is arranged to facilitate their life from now on, all close relatives of the two families, arrives with their gifts to help the new wedded couple to fulfill their dream. Appreciate the insight. Im not demonizing the sanctity of marriage. Israeli marriage law applies to Israeli settlers in Area C of the West Bank[citation needed] and to residents of East Jerusalem.[1]. Shes a U.S. citizen, 59 years old, married for 30 years to a Palestinian from the Melkite Greek Catholic Church. Indeed. Appearance over substance. Speak to and for yourself,the only coward here is yourself! It may seem that Im the only Arab woman voicing this matter, but I know that I am not the only one who has thought about this curse. I said India born, malaysian citizen.. he then asked me why u not marry malay in your country instead marrying my daughter?.. Maybe he can enjoy a few moments with her alone. I did not even let them think of bringing a muslim Somalian, Indian, Bosnianetc, I told them Islam is a religion between you and Allah, not because someone is muslim means you will get along with them in marriage. According to the Palestinian Central Bureau of Statistics, the median age of first marriage in the Palestinian Territories in 2018 was 25.1 for men and 20.5 for women. Another Egyptian man I knew who was religious and did consider himself Arab and did marry outside of his culture. Ahmad said. And since the advent of the 21st century, this is now coupled with receiving a college degree followed by an amazing job. Fortunately, my aunt eventually came around and understood that the man I wanted was perfect for me. Both Christians and Jews are among the people who believe in Injeel and Torah. This is a cultural thing and not religious. So he borrowed money from friends, and the money was transferred from a bank in Bethlehem to the Israeli account that had been specified in COGATs letter. As long as the arrangements around the wedding is not complete. Lauren Ann Rossell 9 months ago To tell you the truth, this is the only application that I have handled for giving status to a Palestinian spouse. My husband is the best man I have ever known. The couple has a daughter and three sons. Every time he pay a visit to her, the family members will stay around them. Therefore, he must strive to provide the amount of dowry agreed upon as soon as possible, to take his wife home, to terminate the engagement at its best. The Zoughbis with their children Tariq, Marcelle, Lucas and Rafiq in Bethlehem, West Bank. Wedding invitation cards (500 to 1.500 cards) must be distributed a head of time, to his family, members of her family, friends and acquaintances the wedding ceremony will be held a specified time and date and often after the prayer time at 5:00pm. Let me tell you something, if you insisted on rebelling against your parents wishes and married a non-arab, that is your choice but dont bring your liberal marxist propaganda and try to push other Arabs to marry non-arabs. Click here to read Umm Forat's previous posts. Her sister Fida Fadel is also a model. Otherwise, the marriage is invalid, and they would be considered to be living in adultery (zina). Im an American who married a Palestinian man and his family did everything they could to find him a Palestinian woman before we got married. That everyone is equal infront of Allah? The weight of fighting to keep an identity, standing up to apartheid, holding on to one's land, and keeping the Palestinian flag high and proud. (Click to read all previous posts). I was very happy to read "When Muslims and Christians Marry," by Rita George Tvrkovic (9/10), reporting how well many people are handling interfaith marriages, even though it is difficult. And once I seal the deal, Ill be my husbands wife. Violence against women is especially problematic in Gaza, with the number of incidences being generally higher. Especially if you are a woman, it will not do well for your reputation. The legal age you can marry in England and Wales has raised from 16 to 18. You have the nerve to talk as if anyone wants you! I just do not want all the pressure, expectations, and rules that go along with that. In November 2019, the PA government raised the minimum marriage age to 18 for both genders in an effort to reduce rates of early marriage. With that stated, Arab Christians do not practice arranged marriage or require dowries. Factors accounting for the risk have included decades of Israeli occupation and conflict . Salam Alikom. Along with these factors, overt lust and going after women is condoned and encouraged at times, especially for young single guys. You make one small mistake, you lose a point. In Palestine, the most recent, statistically sound, and representative data on child marriage is from the 2014 Palestinian Multiple Indicator Cluster Survey (MICS) in partnership with the UNICEF and UNFPA, which found that 15% of girls between 20 and 24 are married before the age of 18 and 1% are married before the age of 15 (PCBS, 2015). My husband is Egyptian and I am Puerto Rican and He never says I am not Arab. Marriage in Israel can be performed only under the auspices of the religious community to which couples belong, and inter-faith marriages performed within the country are not legally recognized. The high costs of the dowry, may cause the reluctance of many young people to get married because their inability to pay all these money, in addition to take such a heavy responsibility at an early age. because I responded to your drivel! So the gifts will complete the new home, any lack of their basic needs or luxury, all gifts will be given after that the two have passed the test of ability to get married. Proud of you for shattering stereo types. Maybe I would buy them chocolate pizza at Max Brenner, the chocolate restaurant that I lived above for two years. No it doesnt matter. But for the crime she committed when she married a Palestinian and brought Palestinian children into the world, she must pay by being deported from her home in another 70 days. Does Hajj failed to teach us a lesson? The Israel would love if all Palestinian men and palestinian women married non-arabs, then it would be easier for them to forget their ancestral homeland and not care about the situation in Palestine. I know that this is not a task I can commence entirely on my own. Moreover, it struck her as absurd to pay money to be in her own home. However, those consequences will pleasantly surprise you! . Isnt the whole premise of your argument that inconsistency does equate to defense? How many of our Arab brothers and sisters marching at rallies for Black Lives Matter would be willing to allow their daughters to marry a Black Muslim? They are usually passive towards elders unless they are spoken too. Im not insinuating that misogyny and domestic abuse is rampant against married women in my culture. Personal status issues of Muslims in the Palestinian territories, including marriage, are governed by customary law, of the Sunni Islam Hanafi school (despite most Palestinian Muslims follow the Shafi'i school) as codified and modified by legislation as follows: Registration of marriage is mandatory, but failure to register a marriage does not invalidate the marriage. Incidentally, the wedding halls is a great opportunity for a mother of a single son, to search for a suitable women. But while Mr. Sheikha is in favor of more options for women in the selection of a spouse, he is not a strong supporter of the love to remain single. [16] The Aisha Association for Woman and Child Protection works to empower vulnerable women and children who are victims of violence. At first my parents werent ready for this but now they are okkay with that. Young and old will dance together the Palestinian folklore dance Debka,) singing and taking photos of the just married, blessing them and wishing them a happy marriage life . No they say they are from the royal Egyptian lineage to prop themselves up more. Women and girls in the occupied Palestinian territory (oPt) face discrimination and risk of gender-based violence (GBV), including early/forced marriage, intimate partner/family violence, sexual harassment, rape, incest, denial of resources, psychological abuse and risk of sexual exploitation and abuse. The girl, whose name was not released, is currently in hiding as the Justice Ministry's anti-human trafficking unit . Ask a hill billy red neck mother in law what she thinks of her yankee daughter in law or vice versa. Answer (1 of 5): What is Good? We still get stares from other Muslims more than anyone else. .. . Who is the racist, you went on a rant of abuse when the Arab man ( proud-Arab) said something, but when the White woman (Laurnen Ann Rossell) said exactly the same thing.. Women are ideally expected to be both intelligent and gorgeous. As a Mutt myself Id like to say thank you for shedding a little light on this subject as it always falls back under the category of lost children The label bunt el ajnabi ( daughter of the American)has followed me to this day , regardless of the fact that I was raised overseas. Mahr is the cost that is handed over to the . Of course after they have asked around about the husband to be, and accepted his manners, ideas and tendencies. The irony is that in setting you up with an Egyptian, the Egyptians themselves dont like to think of themselves as Arab which is beneath them. Written by Ranna Abdeljawad. I am an American woman married to an Arab man..and YES! A Bedouin man from Israel's south was arrested this week on suspicion of raping a 14-year-old Palestinian girl from the West Bank city of Hebron, after allegedly purchasing her from her family . She wept, and a COGAT soldier (I liked him, Elaine said) brought her water. Failure in this context would mean being viewed by society as unmarriageable. [VLOG] Ever Wonder What Eid Al-Adha Is Like in Gaza? (Disclaimer: Lots of women are stepping away from this tribal way of marriage. I dont want to say all of my family were haters. Youre HORRIBLE. This includes dressing immodestly, drinking, smoking, and partying with no consequence. The OP didnt say that men were entirely liberated from the pressure to marry inside the race. Sure, I would love to continue the family line and have some sort of legacy after me, but I do not like the way that motherhood defines a woman, especially in the Arab world. (Bloomberg) -- Giorgia Meloni has largely refrained from commenting on divisive social issues since becoming Italy's most right-wing prime minister since Benito Mussolini some three months ago. Most can agree that marriage is a contract that two people who are committed to building a life together take part in. Being Palestinian is contagious. I dont know what I was thinking, because reallythat didnt change anything. Lunch for the bride and bridegroom members and the guests in public, Lunch for the bride and bridegroom members and the guests. [9] There are also the classical injunctions that a man must treat all co-wives equitably and provide them with separate dwellings, and a man must declare his social status in the marriage contract. Who is the racist, you went on a rant of abuse when the Arab man ( proud-Arab) said something, but when the White woman (Laurnen Ann Rossell) said exactly the same thing.. Theyre both racist trash. I'm an Israeli lawyer, Jewish, married to a Palestinian resident of Ramallah. Ahed was so enraged that when two soldiers started to break into her family's property, she argued with them, telling them to go away and then hitting one of the soldiers. This is since it ideally does not happen outside of the purpose of procreation. I hope I never find myself in such situation . Haaretz.com, the online English edition of Haaretz Newspaper in Israel, gives you breaking news, analyses and opinions about Israel, the Middle East and the Jewish World. Ive always thought outside of the box and thought critically about society, especially Arab society, in a gendered lense. In 2008, Fadel covered the celebrity health and beauty beat as one of the hosts of Ghazl El Banat (aka Candy Girls) for Rotana Music TV. Go talk to Arnon, its not my file.. This is intensified in the context of Arab culture. You just have to learn a few nuances and youre ready to go win her heart. Most Egyptians i met feel the same way, they do not consider themselves as Arab. You cant insure him., Thats strange. Transportation to drive women to the wedding hall. Dowry and home furnishing costs are no longer ultimately, after approval and acceptance of the marriage officially, it is time to celebrate. I feel exactly the same. I am merely inferring, since sexuality is not discussed, ever. In the morning, crossing through the Qalandiyah checkpoint on my way to Jerusalem, I realized how much we are living with the sense that the coronavirus has retreated. Forat and Adam would go nuts over the fountain at the end of the boulevard. Answer (1 of 14): Clarifying terms is important. Dr. Osama Fahed. I watched young couples holding hands and turning down Ahad Haam Street to the Neve Tzedek neighborhood, maybe on their way to a walk along the sea or to celebrate the reopening of the bars. The Lebanese dialect is just as attractive, along with the men of that country, so it got me thinking. Unless the spouse is Palestinian.. I know you are not a woman and you are not English. Sign up for our to receive exclusive content straight to your inbox and stay up to date with the latest news. | Post #14. It is implied that you will marry from a specific demographic, most likely someone who is Arab (in my case, most likely a Palestinian man since my family hails from the West Bank) and an individual who practices the same religion (Eastern or Greek Orthodoxy for someone like me). Is he Jordanian or Egyptian? she asked. I dont think that is a fair description of non Muslim women. Our families have changed their perspective on marrying outside of our nationalities and have come to love us and support us. I have changed the names of people in the blog, including my own. But, Ill try my best. 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