kikuyu1:
My goodness,ednited where are you!?


https://nypost.com/2021/02/20/at-least-800-ethiopians-killed-after-defending-ark-of-the-covenant/

I sincerely hope that's an exaggeration.

We don't know what's up there. No communication.

I want to remain silent.

robosky02:




Truth be told


If Africa have not been colonized by all these English, French and Portuguese


And have followed Ethiopia

The African continent would have been the strongest


By the way I don't believe any Westerner is superior to me


Cos I don't see Africa as the black race



Like Lucky Tube put it when I see an African I see Gods image and when I see a European I see God image

Great definition!
Africa is not just a poor, hopeless place. We need to change our glasses to see the truth. There is much more hidden.

In fact, they even made us blind. It is now our responsibility to save ourselves.

robosky02:



You think so?
Lol


አህማርክ እያንዳንዱ አፍሪካዊ እንደ እንግሊዝኛ መናገር ያለበት ትልቅ ቋንቋ ነው

That's true tho

Chinesse are now learning the language lol

Don't know why but rumor has it

robosky02:




Nice one here

You know am still learning.. Lol

From you

Oh c'mon. Though I always try to think how the world could have appeared if Africa wasn't colonized. Europeans made up a crazy story on everything and made us believe it. Now they made an African generation who has no idea of what they are doing and we must fight that thinking. Many foreigners keep saying ' why you Ethiopians act like this? Just appear as the rest of the world. You gotta stop being dramatic and etc. . '. There was always a better reason why our Grandpas left us this. We don't have to go crazy every time the world does cuz we do have a reason. And I am pretty sure the rest of Africa wouldn't have followed GC if there was no colonization. I respect other religion too, not forcing on pressuring others to follow like us but still this way or the other, no one would like follow god.

Just trying my best to share every bit of information I have.

robosky02:






ፈገግታዎች

ግን ኢትዮጵያን እንድወድ አደረከኝ

Google is working out well for you huh?

Am soo happy but the pronoun tho hehe

robosky02:
Ethiopia - Language, Culture, Customs and Etiquette




Facts and Statistics
Location: Eastern Africa, west of Somalia

Capital: Addis Ababa

Climate: tropical monsoon with wide topographic-induced variation

Population: 110+ million (2019 est.)

Ethnic Make-up: Oromo 32.1%, Amara 30.1%, Tigraway 6.2%, Somalie 5.9%, Guragie 4.3%, Sidama 3.5%, Welaita 2.4%, other 15.4% (1994 census)

Religions: Christian 60.8% (Orthodox 50.6%, Protestant 10.2%), Muslim 32.8%, traditional 4.6%, other 1.8% (1994 census)

Government: federal republic







Language in Ethiopia
Ethiopia has many indigenous languages (84 according to the Ethnologue, 77 according to the 1994 census), most of them Afro
Asiatic (Semitic, Cushitic, Omotic), plus some that are Nilo-Saharan.
English is the most widely spoken foreign language and is the medium of instruction in secondary schools and universities. Amharic was the language of primary school instruction, but has been replaced in many areas by local languages such as Oromifa and Tigrinya.
After the fall of the Derg regime in 1991, the new constitution of the Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia granted all ethnic groups the right to develop their languages and to establish mother tongue primary education systems. This is a marked change to the language policies of previous governments in Ethiopia.

Society and Culture
The People
Ethiopia is a multi-cultural and multi-ethnic country. Religion is a major influence in Ethiopian life. Nearly half the population belongs to the Ethiopian Orthodox Church but there is a also large Muslim population. Others adhere to an ancient form of Judaism.
The Ethiopian Orthodox Church is proud of its origins. The country embraced Christianity in the 4th century, long before Europe. The feast of the Epiphany ("Timkat" is the largest festival of the year. The Orthodox Church dominates the political, cultural, and social life of the population. It was the official religion of the imperial court and of the establishment until Haile Selassie was deposed in 1974.
Muslims are important in the business community. They tend to live in the eastern, southern, and western lowlands, although there are considerable numbers in Addis Ababa.

The Family
The extended family remains the focus of the social system. It includes relatives on both sides of the family as well as close friends. Quite often the husband’s parents will live with the nuclear family when they get older and can no longer care for themselves. When people marry, they join their families, thus ensuring that there will always be a group to turn to in times of need.

Individuals achieve recognition or social standing through their extended family. A family's honor is influenced by the actions of its members. Family needs are put before all other obligations, including business.






Etiquette and Customs in Ethiopia
Meeting Etiquette
Ethiopian greetings are courteous and somewhat formal.
The most common form of greeting is a handshake with direct eye contact.
The handshake is generally much lighter than in Western cultures.
After a close personal relationship has been established people of the same sex may kiss three times on the cheeks.
Across genders, men should wait to see if a woman extends her hand.
Greetings should never be rushed. Take time to inquire about the person’s family, health, job, etc.
People are addressed with their honorific title and their first name.
“Ato", "Woizero", and "Woizrity" are used to address a man, married woman, and unmarried woman respectively.
Elders should be greeted first.
It is customary to bow when introduced to someone who is obviously older or has a more senior position. Children will often be seen doing so.

Gift Giving Etiquette
Gifts may be given to celebrate events of significance or religious occasions.
Since Ethiopia is an extremely poor country, expensive gifts are not the norm.
In fact, giving a gift that is too expensive may be viewed negatively. It may be seen as an attempt to garner influence or it may embarrass the recipient as they will not be able to match it in kind.
If you are invited to an Ethiopian’s home, bring pastries, fruit, or flowers to the host.
A small gift for the children is always appreciated.
Do not bring alcohol unless you know that your host drinks. Most Muslims and Amharic people do not.
Gifts are not opened when received.
Gifts are given with two hands or the right hand only; never the left hand.

Dining Etiquette
Ethiopians are hospitable and like to entertain friends in their homes.
An invitation to a private home should be considered an honour.
Punctuality is not strictly adhered to although considerable lateness is also unacceptable.
You may have to remove your shoes at the door.
Dress well.
Shake hands with each guest individually.
A woman should offer to help the hostess with the preparation or clearing up after a meal is served.
You will always be offered a cup of coffee. It is considered impolite to refuse.
Ethiopians are relatively formal and believe table manners are a sign of respect.
Do not presume that because food is eaten with the hands, there is a lack of decorum.
Expect a small earthenware or metal jug to be brought to the table before the meal is served. Extend your hands over the basin while water is poured over them.
Only use the right hand for eating.
Hierarchy dictates that the eldest person is the first to take food from the communal plate.
Guests are often served tasty morsels by another guest in a process called "gursa". Using his hands, the person places the morsel in the other person’s mouth. Since this is done out of respect, it is a good idea to smile and accept the offering.
Expect to be urged to take more food. Providing an abundance of food is a sign of hospitality.
The meal ends with ritual hand-washing and coffee.

Coffee Drinking
The Kaffa province in Ethiopia is renowned for its coffee.
Coffee is a national drink and its drinking is a ritualized process that generally takes at least an hour.
If invited for a formal coffee you may be seated on pillows or grass and flower-strewn floor with frankincense burning in the background.
A woman or young boy enters the room to wash and roast the beans over charcoal.
The roasted beans are then hand-ground and added to boiling water.
Sugar is put into small cups without handles and the water/coffee mixture is added.
Inhale the aroma of the coffee before sipping.
The first round (called "awol" is served, starting with the eldest.
When the first cup is finished, the "jebena" (coffee pot) is refilled with water.
The second round (called "tona" is then served. It is weaker than the first since the same ground beans are used.
The third round (called "baraka" is served after boiling water is again added to the jebena.
Always sip the coffee slowly.

Tipping
Tipping has been a part of Ethiopian custom for many years. Although there are no hard and fast rules when it comes to tipping, it’s worth bearing in mind that many waiting staff in restaurants are entirely dependent on tips as a means to earn their living.



Business Etiquette and Protocol
Meeting Etiquette
Greetings are formal and courteous.
Handshakes are somewhat prolonged and not especially firm.
They are always combined with strong, direct eye contact.
There is generally no touching between the sexes; however, if a foreign businesswoman extends her hand, a cosmopolitan Ethiopian may accept it to avoid causing her offense.
Never rush greeting; inquire about people’s families, health and work.
Government officials may be addressed as "Excellency" without using their name.
Wait to be invited before moving to a first name basis without the honorific title.
Business cards are given without formal ritual.
Present and receive business cards with the right hand only or with both hands.

Communication Style
Ethiopians can be very sensitive when it comes to communication. Since they have only recently begun working with foreigners in business situations they are still getting used to new ways of doing business and communicating.
As a general rule, they are humble and respect that quality in others. They generally speak in soft tones. Loud voices are seen as too aggressive. Ethiopians pride themselves on their eloquent speaking style and expect others to speak clearly and use metaphor, allusion, and witty innuendos. They often use exaggerated phrases to emphasize a point.
As a rule, Ethiopians tend to be non-confrontational and offer what they believe is the expected response rather than say something that might embarrass another. Honour and dignity are crucial to Ethiopians and they will go out of their way to keep from doing something that could bring shame to another person. Therefore, it is important to treat your
Ethiopian business colleagues with utmost professionalism and never do anything that would make them lose dignity and respect.

Business Meetings
Meeting schedules are not very rigid in Ethiopia. There may be an agenda, although it is not part of the local culture. If one is used, it functions as a guideline for the discussion and acts as a springboard to other related business topics.
Since relationships are extremely important, meetings start with extended social pleasantries. You will be offered tea or coffee and will be expected to ask questions about the other person and respond to questions about yourself.
Meetings seldom have a scheduled ending time since it is considered more important to complete the meeting satisfactorily than be slavishly tied to the clock. The meeting will end when everyone has had their say and the most senior Ethiopians decide that there is nothing left to be discussed.
Performing favours indicates friendship. Therefore, Ethiopians feel obliged to do something if asked by a friend. Since they generally only conduct business with people they consider friends, they have difficulty saying "no" to requests from business associates. This does not indicate that they will do what they have agreed to do, however.



Ednited
https://www.commisceo-global.com/resources/country-guides/ethiopia-guide

Robo the Ethiopian

robosky02:

Hmmmmm Ednited


Miss you.... A lot




Welcome dear

Same here, really long time

robosky02:


Yes oh my friend. Ednited from Ethiopia will explain better

It has to do with Ethiopian Orthodox Tewahdo church.

We have 12 months with 1 extra month. The 12 months have 30 days each and the extra one has 5 days and it becomes 6 in each leap year. We gave every year a name as (zemene mathias, zemene Markos, zemene Lucas and zemene yohannes). As you call them Mathew, Mark, Luke and John in English. The first is Mathias, second is Markos, then Lucas and last comes Yohannes. In a completion of these four years, the last month will have 6 days. One year consists of 365 with an addition of a quarter day. The summation of four years will be 366 days.

Gregorian calendar is made by the name of gods. Even the days in a week, Monday/ moon day? Sunday/ Sun day?
one month has 28 days, one month has 30 and then again 31. . .what is that? Just to fit the 365 days in 12 months, it became a hot mess. I am sorry but we really have to know the behind story.

robosky02:
I've seen so many beautiful Ethiopians... Including Dina Fikadu. But Ednited stands out

Oh Robo, AM BLUSHING

robosky02:
Ethiopia, The Country That Follows A 13-Month Calendar, And Is 7 Years Behind The Rest Of The World!



Ethiopia, might not come to your mind when you think of a place for a vacation, and that’s where you will be going wrong. It is one of the most intriguing places that we know of, and there is enough to support the fact. The country is a melting pot of scenic natural wonders, fascinating history, rare wildlife, and deep-rooted identity. In short, visiting Ethiopia is like a trip back in time.

It is one of the most scenically beautiful and fertile countries in Africa, which is exactly the opposite of the presumed notion of being famine and drought infected. Its landscape is graced with things as diverse as castles, deserts, rare wildlife, and much more, you must be wondering why Ethiopia is an underrated travel destination. Well, this is because many are not aware of some of the mind-blowing facts about this country. Read on to know more.

13 months in a year
There are many cultures around the world that have and follow their own calendars, which is exactly not the same as the Western Gregorian calendar. However, despite that, they abide by the rule of 12 months a year. An Ethiopian year is comprised of 13 months, and is seven years behind the Gregorian calendar. In fact, Ethiopians celebrated the new millennium on September 11, 2007; this is because the Ethiopians continued with the same calendar that the Roman church amended in 525 AD.



While the first 12 months have 30 days, the last month, called Pagume, has five days and six days in a leap year.

Till date, Ethiopia uses its ancient calendar, which hardly creates any inconvenience for travellers because of the calendar difference. However, most Ethiopians these days are now aware of the Gregorian calendar, and some even use both calendars interchangeably.

Ethiopia, being one of the few countries in the world, still uses its own calendar system. The country celebrates some important holidays on days that are different from the rest of the world.

Coffee originated here

It is believed that a goat herder way back, centuries ago, noticed that his flock is attracted to a certain kind of bush, and later decided to try it for himself one day. Well, after that day, his herding capability significantly improved and made him more efficient. Legends say that coffee industry took it off from here. So, now you know the origin of your morning coffee shots.

Land of the oldest people
As per various archaeological findings, the Afar region in Ethiopia suggests in several ways that the country might be the place, from where we originated. In 1974, Lucy was discovered here, a 3.2-million-year-old hominid skeleton, which makes it the oldest fossilised skeleton.


The dominant religion that people follow here is orthodox Christianity. This means that those who follow this religion, which will be around half the population, fast for 200-250 days a year approximately. The way they fast is not the way you will imagine, fasting for Ethiopian means instead of abstaining from eating, they abstain from all animal products, i.e., eggs, meat, dairy. Fasting also leads up to religious holidays, and Ethiopia has loads of them; not to forget that people fast every Wednesday and Friday throughout the year. It also means the restaurants will always tend to have a few delightful spicy vegan stews on the menu.


It is the only African country that has never been under the colonial control—and it is a fact that the locals will never get tired of boasting. The Italians managed to colonise it in 1935 and remained to rule the country with the military for six years. However, the Ethiopian forces opposed the military rule the entire time, eventually freeing the country from the oppressors. Some locals like to describe the situation as, “We waited until they had built us railways and nice buildings… and then kicked them out.”




Lalasticlala. Mynd44. Ednited
https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/travel/destinations/ethiopia-the-country-that-follows-a-13-month-calendar-and-is-7-years-behind-the-rest-of-the

Well, Ethiopia is one big rebellious country

theMagnet:

Are you Tigray?

No, I am not Tigre. I am just an Ethiopian who is pissed off.

obaaderemi:
It's good you are safe. I hope the trouble has subsided. There were images of Ethiopians crossing into Sudan. That's horrible. Your president is a Nobel peace prize winner but he is bombing his own people. African leaders are something else.

Nigeria too has got its problems. Badly managed economy, covid19 and our perpetual terrorism problems in the north.

So where is the world fine?

kikuyu1:
Rmbr ednited,we recently agreed Ghebreyesus of the WHO was part of the coroniadrama?
Seen this?


[url][https://www.google.com/amp/s/www.aljazeera.com/amp/news/2020/11/19/ethiopias-army-accuses-who-chief-of-supporting-tigray-forcesurl]

That man. . . that man is just. . . I don't even wanna. . . .

obaaderemi:
Ethiopia is tribalistic like Kenya and Nigeria. It's problems are rooted in division.

@ednited, what's going on. News coming out of your country is sad. We see Ethiopians now becoming refugees in Sudan!

I don't know if things are kinda settling here now. . .but the refugees are coming back home now.

But how is Nigeria doing? Sad news there too. . .

.

TayserMahrii:


Hey mresh....can see you live in the spiritual realm they should strip Abbey the nobel peace prize and replace it with a war prize. ur man mtis is still around chasing skirts

You still making jokes huh? lol

Roan77:


Yeah, i understand, but i don't wish, neither do i want to hear of war in your country, or anywhere in Africa, the continent is too backward to be experiencing wars continuously.
But we will be praying for you all.

True. I agree with you on some point. I am trying to explain about the coming things so that we could pray and do our part. Sitting and talking about it all day is terrifying.

And Africa have had enough.

theenchanter:
u need to calm down and resolve to peace before anything. It's nationhood before anything.

All is gonna be fine afterwards.

We tried. War is the last choice. War shouldn't have even been the choice, but people are dying. Killed, for noo reason at all.

theenchanter:
All these so called religious leaders are preying on their followers gullibility... Pls, forgive my choice of words. But I think it's normal for nations to encounter a very low point before springing forth to greatness.... It has little or nothing to do with God, I hope for the best for Ethiopia and all African nations at large cos almost all African nations are in trying times that'll surely lead to greatness.

Pls, strive to remove war from d equation cos it's consequences is not what we wish for. Wishing u guys all be best.

I believe all believers will surely be praying for u. Cheers.

Pray for yourself as well. Will pray for you too. It is not a bad thing for Ethiopia to suffer with all these. It is all for good.

You may not beleive in what I said. It is hard for me to beleive in this if I were you too.

You'll understand when the right time comes.

Roan77:


You have to be optimistic, despite the trying time Ethiopia is facing now, but for us y'all are going to overcome it and be stronger, but i know for sure there won't be any war, but for the hunger, you will still overcome it, i wish you all the best, and we will be praying for y'all.

Peace.

Yeah, I need to be optimistic but you will undersatnd what I am saying one day. Of course we will be stronger. Prayer is needed, that's all.

Roan77:


Well calm down about the war, i don't think there will be any war in your country, it's just tension, about hunger, i don't know.

https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2020/11/9/ethiopia-downplays-war-fears-while-attacking-tigray-region

Borders of Ethiopia will suffer with war and the center will suffer with hunger.

Weather I said it or not, it is to happen. I use to ignore this message but now when I think about it, it all makes sense. Even our farmers are saying it. What else shall we expect?

theenchanter:
what's d prime minister doing about this? Is he sabotaged?

He is fighting the TPLF.

Honestly i am very confused of who is who

theenchanter:
Ednited, how are u? longest time.

Pls, what's happening in Ethiopia these days? Heard some uncomfortable news this past week.

To those who read,

Ethiopia is in a very scary time right now. We /Orthodox tewahdo religion followers have been told by our priests to keep calm and pray because these 2 years are going to be the worst moments in our lives. The people of Ethiopia will suffer with war and hunger. The people and government will have a hard time to reach a common ground. It is God's will to let us survive this way. The country will become a disaster and few people will survive in Ethiopia. This is a must to happen. Until then, we must pray and look to God.




Ethiopia will stretch her hands to God.




After Ethiopia finds peace and everything settles in here, next is the rest of the world. Migration will start to Ethiopia. The time is near guys, cry for the world, PRAY. I swear the locust envasion and war was told to us last last year and here we are. Next is hunger and it is coming. For real hear me out. You are next.


To see the light, we must see the darkness.

theenchanter:
Ednited, how are u? longest time.

Pls, what's happening in Ethiopia these days? Heard some uncomfortable news this past week.

Yeah, Ethiopia is entering to a very scary state. Last week Amharas got killed (around 50 in number) by a local terrorist. War has started in the Northern part of Ethiopia. There is no network and the lights are off there. People are migrating to Eritrea. Locust envasion is still a problem. Farmers couldn't work well. Hunger is coming.

tylann:
What is happening in Ethiopia ednited

Every possible disaster is happening here.
Heard about the war declared here?

Kazikazi:
Am fine my dear. TZ is just fine,waiting for you to visit.

Just a matter of time

obaaderemi:
But Ethiopia is in the news more than ever because of that dam, which would supply electricity to more than 60million Ethiopians! The last time Ethiopia was in the international news in a big way was for something negative: famine and live aid bands. Now the news is positive.

But then Egypt and Sudan are complaining and the US is behind them, cutting financial aid to Ethiopia. I hope they don't push Ethiopians to go against their government like they did in Libya.

U.S.A is not that U.S.A anymore. It is lossing it's power. Coup' deta is happening in Africa too. Although I don't know if i spelled that one right. . .

Let us just watch. The world isn't the same anymore. As super powers transit in power, Africa is in for a change.

.

Kazikazi:
Hey beautiful!

Kazii,
how are you? Howz TZ?

obaaderemi:
Ethiopia is fast becoming the China of East Africa morally. You have grown in confidence after the eritrean war. There are claims that the dam has led to the floods in Sudan and that it might affect Egypt's agriculture.
I am still trying to see how it would affect upper Nile countries like Tanzania and Kenya.

Ethiopia is on seesaw, one minute we are growing and the next minute we are going way dowwnnn.


About the flood, we had it even here. We still having it btw

obaaderemi:
The Nile politics is big these days.
Ethiopia and Egypt are at each others throats over a dam that depends on the waters of the Nile.

But I just watched an aljazeera documentary, Legacy of Dispute.
The Nile is also important to Sudan, Tanzania and Kenya.
What's Tanzania's and Kenya's stand on the Nile politics?
cc Kazikazi
Annael
Saddamochieng00
Do we have Ethiopians and Sudanese here?
OK, ednited.

East Africa is on our side.

Wolgrace:
Ethopians has the real Hebrew calender, Hebrew bible, and ancient Hebrew Israel's true identity and history...

According to Daniel 7:25, Lucifer used his religious and political beasty land of the Vatican-Roman Catholic to alter and change the true calender of God of the ancient Hebrew Israelites..

The months in the current calendar are demonic names of gods and goddesses connected to Nimrod i.e Babylon, the founding father of one world order and Sun worship called BAAL, scientifically called HELIOCENTRISM OR SOLAR SYSTEM and philosophically called BIG BANG..

They all sets the time and masonic mathematical formulas according to the evolution of the sun i.e the world and the inhabitants worships Satan through the sun? GOD FORBID!!

Satan has deceived the whole human race(rev 12:9).. But thank God through Jesus Christ for the prepared new world i.e new Israel or new Jerusalem or city of David or bossom of Abraham or kingdom of God where it needs no alteration..

BELIEVE IN JESUS CHRIST AND BE SAVED..

Yes that's true! But don't mind explaining cuz many has been brainwashed that they will see you as a playing clown for saying this.