Harar home stay: living in a traditional African home

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8-18-2011 @ 10:59AM

Sozit said...

RUSYN,

As a Harari American, I have to say I'm extremely offended by the conclusion you came to about my ancient culture based on one blog post. Harari people are not elitist in anyway shape or form, and the raised platforms are there out of respect. Only elders of the family, or guests are encouraged to sit there because we honor our elders and the value they hold and because we honor our guests and expect the same treatment we are guests. We are an extremely hospitable culture. Also, please be advised that we all eat together, share things, and live in one community.. this is also evident in our communities in the diaspora. I would encourage you to gain a better understanding of a culture and people before you come an extremely offensive and misguided conclusion.

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