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Dewaniya
The Dewaniya, commonly called ''Diwaniya'', has existed in Kuwait since time immemorial. It was the reception area where a man received his business colleagues and male guests. Today the term refers both to a reception hall and the gathering held in it, and visiting or hosting a dewaniya is an indispensable feature of a Kuwaiti man’s social life. The term "Dewaniya" derives from the Persian word "di:wa:n".
Dewaniya became a fundamental part of Kuwaiti life.〔(BBC Middle East business report on Kuwait Dewaniyas )〕 Hence, it has become a mark in their traditional daily life.
==Definition==
The Dewaniya has its tradition in the Majlis where people would gather or congregate to discuss the pertinent issues of the day. While the Majlis may be described as more akin to a town hall in terms of function and formality, the Dewaniya evolved as a more regular and casual gathering place for families, tribes and any stranger that cared to attend.
As a social event, a Dewaniya takes place in the evening in a special room or annex which is usually separate from the rest of a man’s house. Only men are present and they sit around on soft benches or cushions, conversing casually, smoking, nibbling snacks and relaxing over beverages such as tea, coffee or the like. Relatives and friends come and go throughout the evening. The host’s job is to be hospitable and entertain his guests.
抄文引用元・出典: フリー百科事典『 ウィキペディア（Wikipedia）』
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