Bedouinism

/ˌbɛdəˈɪnɪzəm/ noun

Definition

The cultural practices, values, and way of life characteristic of Bedouin people; nomadic desert culture.

Etymology

From 'Bedouin' (from Arabic 'badw', desert) plus '-ism' (Greek suffix denoting a system or doctrine). Represents the cultural and social system of desert nomads.

Kelly Says

Bedouinism shaped more of world history than most people realize—their trade routes, navigation knowledge, and horse-breeding made them crucial to connecting Mediterranean, Middle Eastern, and African civilizations.

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