Language:
Ethiopia is very involved in their culture including their primary focus on literature. Ethiopia is a very diverse country. Their population speaks many languages including Semitic or Crushitic. The different linguistic backgrounds set the boundaries of the country's abilities. One of the most important languages still used in Ethiopia is Ge'ez, which is also put to use in the Orthodox church. Ge'ez is one of the most important languages still used today. |
Gender roles:
Gender is very separate in Ethiopia. It is visible that defined roles are put on both women and men. Men are seen as "responsible" and the providers for their family, whereas women are meant to look after the children all day while doing work around the house. "Although many people continue to follow these traditional roles, life is constantly evolving including the role of men and women"("Ethiopian Treasures"). The separation between the sexes is not only degrading but a reason for the country being held back for so long. Freedom is given more to men rather than women, just proving the point that not one change has been made towards reaching equality and that the issue of women vs. men is still occurring. |
Problems and hardships facing Ethiopia:
Some problems/issues still occurring in Ethiopia are poverty and a declining economy. The economy in Ethiopia relies heavily on the country's agriculture many natural disasters are deteriorating the economy even more. With the issue of poverty, many food prices are being raised causing more people to be poor and poverty rates increase. Basic necessities are becoming harder to buy. |
Traditional wardrobe:
The costumes worn by people living in Ethiopia is a traditional Gabbi or Netella. Women's dresses are called Kemis and the overall use of the costumes represent the country and it's tradition. Some Ethiopian people used to even cover their faces with distinctive paint representing their tribe. Beauty of Ethiopia:
What makes Ethiopia so beautiful, is their festivals full of bright, radiant colors representing the country's flag. Timket is one of Ethiopia's festivals which celebrates the baptism of Jesus. These festivals represent Ethiopia's traditions still living on. |
Food revolving around culture:
The food in Ethiopia is a national treasure, fueling the tradition of the small independent country. The primary Ethiopian dish is called Wat, which is a hot and spicy stew. Considering the fact that Ethiopia is full of many religions the belief system does affect what people can and cannot eat. Ethiopian Orthodox Christians do not consume meat due to their beliefs, abstaining from eating meat is a statement towards breaking away from sin. |
Images borrowed from "Geographical"
http://geographical.co.uk/people/cultures/item/848-ethiopia-s |