Traditions Customs
The Palestinian traditional dance that is performed at weddings and celebrations
What is Dabke?
He was a co-recipient of the Nobel Peace Prize and the longtime leader of the Palestinian Liberation Organization.
Who is Yasser Arafat?
Usually eaten with pita, this creamy dip is composed with chickpeas, tahini, and lemon juice
What is hummus?
In Palestine, this is the most widely spoken language
What is Arabic?
More than 700,000 Palestinians were displaced as a result of this 1948 incident, which is known as "the catastrophe"
What is the Nakba?
The black and white scarf that is a powerful symbol of Palestinian identity
What is Keffiyeh?
Her works on exile, heritage, and identity have made this Palestinian-American poet well-known.
Who is Naomi Shihab Nye?
A well-known Palestinian cuisine consisting of rice, meat, and veggies that is called "upside-down"
What is Maqluba?
This is a kind way to say "welcome" in Arabic
What is "Ahlan wa Shalan"?
These two regions are currently the main Palestinian territory
What are the West Bank and Gaza Strip?
The representation of the olive tree in Palestinian culture
What is heritage and connection to the homeland?
She was the first elected female member of the Palestinian Legislative Council and a well-known Palestinian politician and activist.
Who is Hanan Ashrawi?
This Nablus dish consists of sweet cheese and syrup-soaked shredded pastry
What is Knafeh?
"God willing" is what this expression signifies, and it's frequently used while discussing future intentions
What is "Inshallah"?
This peace process in the 1990s was a significant effort to end the Israeli-Palestinian conflict
What are the Oslo Accords?
The traditional Palestinian women's embroidered dress
What is a Thobe?
After being detained without a trial, this Palestinian football player attracted attention from all around the world
Who is Mahmoud Sarsak?
Olive oil, lemon, garlic, and fava beans are the ingredients for this morning dish
What is Ful medames?
This Arabic term for "peace" is also frequently used as a welcome
What is "Salaam"?
An important turning point in Palestinian resistance to Israeli oppression was this rebellion in 1987
What is the First Intifada?
Palestinians often follow this custom to show hospitality when hosting guests
What is offering coffee or tea?
He is one of the founders of the Palestinian hip-hop ensemble DAM and uses music to convey political and cultural ideas
Who is Tamer Nafar?
This flatbread is a staple in Palestinian families and is frequently prepared in a clay oven with a dome
What is Taboon bread?
Saying "may your hands be blessed" is a common way to express gratitude for a gift or service
What is "Yislamo Ideek"?
This historic West Bank city is regarded as one of the world's oldest continuously inhabited communities
What is Jericho?