concept   dance
culture   Middle Eastern cultures
statement   Traditional Middle Eastern dances involve intricate hand and foot movements with specific symbolic meanings.
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1 belly dancing Middle Eastern countries Traditional and celebrated cultural dance 1
2 celebratory dances Middle Eastern cultures May be marked by traditional folk dances, often characterized by structured movements and regional variations 1
3 cultural dance Middle East Cultural dances often involve intricate hand and foot movements, expressing storytelling and emotions, such as Bharatanatyam in India and belly dancing in the Middle East. 1
4 cultural dances Middle East Can be part of religious or spiritual ceremonies 1
5 dance Middle East Part of traditional and religious ceremonies 1
6 dance Middle East Traditional dances often involve intricate hand and foot movements and are performed at social and religious events 1
7 dance Middle East Traditional dances often involve intricate hand and arm movements, with less emphasis on close physical contact between partners. 1
8 dance Middle Eastern countries Dance has specific symbolic meanings and forms part of religious or folk traditions 1
9 dances Middle East In some traditional and conservative cultures, public dancing, especially mixed-gender dancing, is frowned upon or restricted. 1
10 dancing Middle East Often includes classical and folk styles, with traditional dances performed at religious or cultural events. 1
11 dancing Middle East Dancing is an important part of traditional religious and cultural ceremonies. 1
12 dancing Middle East Considered inappropriate or forbidden in public, especially for women, due to cultural and religious norms regarding modesty and gender segregation. 1
13 dancing Middle East Traditional and choreographed group dances are central to cultural celebrations in these regions 1
14 dancing Middle Eastern countries Integral part of religious and cultural ceremonies, often performed in traditional attire and with specific symbolic gestures. 1
15 dancing Middle Eastern countries Often accompanied by intricate hand and arm movements in Middle Eastern countries 1
16 dancing Middle Eastern countries Certain traditional dances are accepted, while others may be considered inappropriate 1
17 dancing middle eastern countries Dancing may be more gender-segregated and traditional 1
18 dancing as a form of celebration Middle East Reserved and structured traditional dances as a form of celebration 1
19 dancing as a form of celebration Middle East Gender-segregated traditional dances as a customary form of celebration 1
20 modern dance Middle East Modern dance may be seen as unconventional and is not as widely practiced or appreciated compared to traditional dance forms. 1