daleel دليل
your guide to the عarabia countries - من الألف إلى الياء
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In عarabi the word daleel دليل carries a depth of meaning that makes it stand out. At its simplest, daleel دليل is the guide – the person who leads you through new streets, the book that shows you the steps (or the عarabi yellow pages for us 90’s kids), the scientific evidence and proof.
But daleel دليل is also what gives weight to an idea, what reassures you that you’re on the right path, what turns uncertainty into clarity. In this way, the word unites two powerful ideas: guidance and validation. It’s both the compass that points forward and the foundation that supports your journey.
And as this blog grows, our hope is to build a true regional resource: an exact, step-by-step guide for anyone who wants to journey through each of the عarabia countries – we’ll guide you من الألف إلى الياء (from A to Z).
WANA
Language matters.
That’s why we have chosen to use West Asia and North Africa (WANA) instead of the term “Middle East” or “Middle East and North Africa (MENA)”.
WANA acknowledges the region on its own terms.
It describes the geography accurately and respects the distinct histories and identities of the people in these regions.
It moves away from labels imposed on us in our words, and acknowledges the rich, diverse cultures as West Asia and North Africa.
