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The Bedouins, Dwellers of the Desert

In the old times many Bedouin tribes lived on the Arabian Peninsula. In each tribe were many families—in them were fathers, mothers, sons, and daughters. The Bedouins lived in tents, and their lives in the desert were difficult because of the high temperatures, little rain, and lack of trees. For this reason, the Bedouins moved from place to place in the desert, seeking water and grass. Because of the difficult life in the desert, the Bedouins grew accustomed to the lack of food and water. In spite of being poor, they would welcome guests generously and help the needy and the weak. Among their customs is drinking coffee and serving it to their guests.

The camel is the most important animal for the Bedouins, as they both ride on it and drink its milk. Thus the nickname of the camel is “the ship of the desert.”