Experiencing Ramadan In Bahrain As An American: Insights & Essential Tips | IllustratedBySade.com
Hello from Bahrain! I'm sharing my unique experience as an American living here during the holy month of Ramadan. When I first moved here, my knowledge of Islam was minimal, and I had never experienced Ramadan. Please visit my website to get more information: www.illustratedbysade.com/
This video captures my journey of understanding and appreciating this significant time for Muslims. As Ramadan approached, I learned about the practices, the dedication to faith, and the community spirit through shared iftar meals.
My experience is not just about observing but truly understanding the essence of Ramadan and respecting the culture that warmly welcomed me.
For fellow expats or travelers planning to visit the Middle East during Ramadan, this video offers valuable insights into the customs you should be aware of and how to participate in the local culture respectfully.
However, during my stay in Bahrain, I gained a greater understanding of the importance of this special time for Muslims. I witnessed the sacrifice and dedication of local people to their faith and enjoyed sharing meals with them.
As someone who grew up Catholic, fasting was not foreign to me. I learned that Ramadan is a sacrament in honor of good health and good fortune and a moment for reflection for those less fortunate. In this video, I express my appreciation for the people of Bahrain and hope that others traveling to the Middle East during Ramadan will find it informative. Ramadan Kareem!
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Remember to like, subscribe, and share your thoughts in the comments below. I appreciate the warm welcome and the lessons learned here, and I hope you find this video informative and enriching.
Chapters:
00:00 - Introduction and Background
02:00 - Moving to Bahrain: Initial Thoughts
04:00 - Discovering Ramadan: First Impressions
06:00 - Deep Dive: Learning Ramadan Customs
08:00 - Community Involvement: Sharing in Iftar
10:00 - Cultural Integration: Participating Respectfully
12:00 - Advice for Expats: Navigating Ramadan in Bahrain
14:00 - Reflections and Closing Thoughts
This video is about Experiencing Ramadan In Bahrain As An American: Insights & Essential Tips. But It also covers the following topics:
Ramadan Customs Bahrain
Expat Life Bahrain
Understanding Ramadan
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Hi!!!nJust FYI, Ramadan is based on the lunar calendar so it starts 10 days prior every years. So this year, its end of April till end of May. Next year it will be mid-April to mid-May. Etc, etc. In a decade or two it'll be in winters! Great video! Was very heartwarming to see a non-Muslim educate themselves on the basics and be so incredibly respectful!
@illustratedbySade
4 жыл бұрын
Ah makes sense! Thank you so much for clarifying! 🙌🏽 Yeah definitely good to know especially if someone will be traveling during those months. Hopefully, people will see your comment and make the proper adjustments. 😄 I loved my time in Bahrain and I’m so grateful to have had those experiences. I wish I was back there to celebrate Ramadan with everyone, but hopefully I’ll get to return for a visit in the future. Thanks for watching and for sharing your feedback. Reaaaally appreciate it. 🙏🏽 Stay safe!
Great video !!
@illustratedbySade
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much!!
You always welcome and i hope to see you again here and thnx for your nice positive energy 🙏🏻🧡
@illustratedbySade
4 жыл бұрын
Thank you for the kind words , Zac, and thanks for watching!! Stay safe!! 🙏🏽🙏🏽☺️
I Love Bahrain
@illustratedbySade
4 жыл бұрын
Hi, Mercedes!! 👋🏽 Me too!! 😩 I miss it very much. 🇧🇭❤️
May God Bless you with islam
@illustratedbySade
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you, Sujadi. Same to you!
@sujadi594
3 жыл бұрын
Don't mention it
I have always wanted to visit Bahrain 🇧🇭
@illustratedbySade
4 жыл бұрын
You totally should! It’s a small country that can be easily explored in a day or two. I hope to share content soon on places to see/ things to do while visiting. Thanks for watching!! Stay safe! 🙏🏽🙏🏽☺️☺️
@MohammedAliyuUsman
4 жыл бұрын
@@illustratedbySade I will definitely and Bali too, You came to Izmir which is funny because I live in Izmir...
I will be going to Bahrain by Feb i hope...
@illustratedbySade
2 жыл бұрын
You will love it! And the weather in February is fantastic. Safe and happy travels!
@bellbell872
2 жыл бұрын
@@illustratedbySade Thank you so much.Do you think it is ok for me to wear bodycon dressess?
@illustratedbySade
2 жыл бұрын
I think so yes; however, I would be mindful to not wear anything too form fitting as it may garner lots of stares. If you do because you’re going out to dinner or brunch or something, during the commute, I’d recommend wearing a kimono or duster over it just to save yourself from feeling uncomfortable. It’s not necessary but it would be my recommendation
@bellbell872
2 жыл бұрын
@@illustratedbySade Thanks Sade,I will let you know how it goes and spill all the little details.
@lag2yt
2 жыл бұрын
@@bellbell872 are you in bahrain right now? Would love to meet you and give you a guide :)
Hello!!!
@illustratedbySade
4 жыл бұрын
Hola!! 👋🏽🥰🥰
@iandrysoto5591
4 жыл бұрын
How are you guys
@illustratedbySade
4 жыл бұрын
We’re doing ok. Hanging in there. Como siguen por allá?
If the Coronavirus goes away in gonna move to Bahrain in August
@illustratedbySade
4 жыл бұрын
Nice! Bahrain is awesome! August, however, is the hottest month of the year there. 🥵😅 but otherwise, it’s a very pleasant place to live. ☺️
@youssefsaad132
4 жыл бұрын
@@illustratedbySade yeah thanks but is it generally cheaper than the US?
@illustratedbySade
4 жыл бұрын
Actually, from an American expat perspective, Bahrain is more expensive. The dollar conversion is roughly $2.65USD to $1BD 😅 It’s definitely not the cheapest place to live for foreigners. But still really nice if you can swing it.
Hi, Sade! Do you worked in wich area when you lived at Bahrain?
@illustratedbySade
3 жыл бұрын
I wasn’t working. Was there on a tourist visa but my husband was on a contract working there.
Hey could you do a vid on how to get permanent citizenship ?
@illustratedbySade
3 жыл бұрын
Hello! Thanks for watching and for the feedback. I actually don’t know all the complexities of obtaining Bahraini citizenship, as I was only there off and on a tourist visa. However, from what I’ve heard if I’m not mistaken, it’s very difficult to get citizenship there. For non Arabs, you’d have to be a resident for at least 25 years, speak Arabic fluently and also own property. Bahrain is majority immigrants and its very VERY rare that they are granted citizenship. Also, I think you’d have to renounce your home citizen as well as dual citizenship is not allowed. Hope this helps!
Welcome to my country :) u can DM for coffee sometimes
@illustratedbySade
4 жыл бұрын
Thank you watching, Jasim! I’m no longer in Bahrain but I miss and loved my time there. Wishing you a safe and happy Ramadan!
Hi
@illustratedbySade
Жыл бұрын
Hi 👋
Hi, come on join the right path, believe in one god and Mohammed is his messenger you will guarantee place in heaven with only this, you will believe in Jesus too as prophet : )