Middle East
Language and Religion in Qatar
If tourists on Qatar
tours want to explore the real Qatar then they should try to know about the
language and religion in Qatar. The country's official language is Arabic. You
will find the imprints of Hebrew and Aramaic language in Arabic. With modern times
modern Arabic has become a popular language. English is also spoken in Qatar as
the country has large English speaking working class.
Language and religion in Qatar play a vital role in lives of the people of the region. Almost 90% Qataris are followers of Islam. 10% are Shia Muslims and rest 90% are Sunni Muslims.
Shia Muslims are believe in the teachings of the Prophet Muhammad adhere to guidance of his family. Sunnis believe in words and actions they have four religious schools which are Hanafi, Maliki, Shafi'i, Hanbali
Other religions of Qatar include Hinduism and Christianity. Christians are followers of Jesus Christ who is believed to be the Son of God. They believe that Christianity is the only path to salvation. The Christian community is a mix of Catholic, Orthodox, and many other Protestant denominations.
Majority of Hindus settled in Qatar are Indians. Other religions of Qatar include Buddhists, and Bahais.
Language and religion in Qatar form the most important part
in cultural life of people of the state. Though Qatar is a predominantly a Muslim
it gives equal respect to all religions and their followers.
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