parulsinha008
Apr 30, 2012
Writing Feedback / When in Rome do as Romans Do. To what extent you agree or disagree? [2]
Usually there is always a proverb to fit every occasion. The proverb 'When in Rome do as Romans do' means when we are with Romans, we should openly accept their culture. This is a good thing and it demonstrates our unorthodox nature and our willingness to accept other cultures. However, we should understand the demarcation as to what extent this saying should be accepted. I agree to this statement but to some extent I disagree to this proverb.
Every culture has their own ways of celebrating their happiness and sad moments. For example, in Indian culture, weddings are considered to be one of the biggest events in the family and it goes on for 3 days. If an american or British attends such events in traditional Indian wear and appreciates the culture, the local people will be more than happy to accept them and involve them in every rituals. Similarly if an Indian attends an american or British wedding happily like other american and British people, the locals will be delighted and they will accept Indian culture openly.
Every culture has its positive and Negative aspects. We should accept the positive aspects , however, the negative aspect can not be ignored. Some cultures are very strict and sensitive about their religion and their way of life. For example, Muslims follow their religion strictly and their religion prohibits consumption of pork in their food. Their sentiments should be respected and they should not be offered pork in their meals.
However, accepting and following other culture is a threat to our own culture as well. we tend to lose our own traditions and beliefs in an attempt to follow and embrace other cultures. Future generation will not learn their real tradition and culture and in this process, there is a chance that we will lost our own values.
Usually there is always a proverb to fit every occasion. The proverb 'When in Rome do as Romans do' means when we are with Romans, we should openly accept their culture. This is a good thing and it demonstrates our unorthodox nature and our willingness to accept other cultures. However, we should understand the demarcation as to what extent this saying should be accepted. I agree to this statement but to some extent I disagree to this proverb.
Every culture has their own ways of celebrating their happiness and sad moments. For example, in Indian culture, weddings are considered to be one of the biggest events in the family and it goes on for 3 days. If an american or British attends such events in traditional Indian wear and appreciates the culture, the local people will be more than happy to accept them and involve them in every rituals. Similarly if an Indian attends an american or British wedding happily like other american and British people, the locals will be delighted and they will accept Indian culture openly.
Every culture has its positive and Negative aspects. We should accept the positive aspects , however, the negative aspect can not be ignored. Some cultures are very strict and sensitive about their religion and their way of life. For example, Muslims follow their religion strictly and their religion prohibits consumption of pork in their food. Their sentiments should be respected and they should not be offered pork in their meals.
However, accepting and following other culture is a threat to our own culture as well. we tend to lose our own traditions and beliefs in an attempt to follow and embrace other cultures. Future generation will not learn their real tradition and culture and in this process, there is a chance that we will lost our own values.
