This might be quite controversial with some people but have anyone else noticed that when a Afghan move out of Afghanistan, they stay with the same close-minded mindset while when a Iranian move out of Iran, they are quick to narrow down the problem within their country and welcomes a more progressive mindset. Why aren't Afghans like that? Am not trying to compare our situation with Iranians but the difference is, we have been in war for over 40 years, majority of which been fought in the name of Islam. Yet, the same people who been "pushed" out of Afghanistan because of their fear of being ruled by Islamists (Talibans) be the same people constantly pushing Islamic narrative onto other people while living in the West.

So I’m in talk with a good Afghan family and they said we should visit. Anyone here has a tip on how I should act ? Thanks

I vented about this the other day to an acquaintance but it’s honestly very frustrating and really embarrassing by the things a lot of afghans post online. I’ve been trying to follow some Afghan social media content creators to follow and honestly most of their content is very boring and of no substance so far I only follow these two Afghan girls on TikTok but in general it’s really hard to find a good one. The content of their videos all seem to be the same: doing embarrassing trends, FOBs who just reached the west, unnecessary pride of being Afghan while being FOBs in western countries, the usual lame debate of Mantu vs Ashak or to flash their kuchi dresses online while the comments will be filled with all of them fighting each other. it’s like there is no interesting wide range of content. I prefer watching Iranian and Tajik content cuz it seems more fun and entertaining.

I have no background in music or any understanding of music theory. I'm just an enjoyer of music from the US, India, some Latin, Iran, and of course Afghanistan.

One thing I've noticed is that there's barely any variety in afghan music at all. I mean the oldies from Ahmad Zahir sound phenomenal, but all the recent stuff is basically sound the same.

I've noticed it's the same with music from Tajikistan. They've both settled in their own style and haven't changed. It's the same beat, with the same instruments, and the exact same singing style with no variation.

Anyway, I came across this beautiful song, and it made me realize how fresh it is, and wish there was more experimentation with different styles of Afghan songs.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6rmMsoAwMOk

Another one: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Pc95RMFOlfU

I recently saw an older afghan muslim woman who was wearing one on her forehead, what do you guys call it and is it specific to a certain ethnic/tribal group?

AOA everyone,

I am living in Islamabad and looking forward to getting married but don't know anyone from Afghanistan in here. Family is in different places due to which having issues in finding someone for marriage proposal. Male 30 working remotely from home in islamabad.

Title: "The Act of Renunciation"

Under the blazing sun in Kabul’s crowded Shah-e-Do Shamshira Square, Daniel Harper, an American citizen, stood at the center of a storm he had orchestrated. In his hands, the Quran burned, its ashes scattering into the air as horrified onlookers gasped and shouted. His blasphemous tirade echoed through the square, and in an instant, he became the focus of a nation’s fury.

Unlike the carefully orchestrated legal mechanisms in neighboring Pakistan, Afghanistan—under Taliban rule—operated on a system deeply rooted in Sharia law, where acts of blasphemy were not only unforgivable but often met with immediate and extrajudicial consequences.

Act I: The Arrest

The crowd surged toward Daniel, but Taliban fighters stationed nearby quickly intervened. They subdued him and escorted him away to a makeshift holding area. His arrest was swift, and the evidence—witness testimonies, video recordings, and the charred remains of the Quran—was damning.

Daniel declared his intentions openly to the Taliban interrogators. "I renounce my U.S. citizenship and allegiance," he said. "I am under your laws now, and I accept my fate. I do not wish to be deported or defended."

His words were met with grim silence. The Taliban, known for their uncompromising stance on religious matters, saw his actions as a direct challenge to their authority and Islamic principles.

Act II: The Public Response and Judicial Process

News of the act spread across Afghanistan and the global media. In Afghanistan, the public outrage was immediate and visceral. Protests erupted in major cities, with citizens demanding swift justice. Under Taliban rule, public sentiment carried significant weight, especially on matters of faith.

The Taliban’s justice system operated differently from Pakistan’s formal courts. Decisions were often made swiftly by religious authorities based on their interpretation of Sharia law. There was little room for legal defense or lengthy deliberation.

Daniel’s trial, if it could be called that, occurred in a local Sharia court within days of his arrest. The evidence was presented, and Daniel himself confessed to the act without hesitation. He refused any legal representation or defense, reiterating his acceptance of the punishment.

The ruling was unequivocal: death for blasphemy.

Act III: The Diplomatic Fallout

The U.S. government, alerted to the situation, faced a diplomatic nightmare. Unlike in Pakistan, where formal diplomatic channels and public pressure could exert some influence, the Taliban’s government was far less susceptible to external appeals.

Efforts to intervene were complicated by the fact that Daniel had renounced his U.S. citizenship. The Taliban treated him not as an American, but as a foreign blasphemer who had knowingly committed a grave offense.

Behind the scenes, U.S. diplomats attempted backchannel negotiations, appealing to the Taliban’s desire for international legitimacy. However, the Taliban leadership saw no room for compromise. Allowing Daniel to go unpunished would be seen as a betrayal of their principles and a sign of weakness to their supporters.

Act IV: The Execution

Daniel’s execution was scheduled to take place in public, in line with the Taliban’s practice of making examples of those who defy Islamic law. The event was announced in local mosques and through Taliban-controlled media.

As he was led to the square where his act had occurred, Daniel remained eerily calm. "I knew this would be my fate," he said to the Taliban guards. "I wanted to test the depth of your convictions—and my own."

The execution was carried out before a crowd of thousands, many of whom chanted prayers as the sentence was delivered. News of the event sparked outrage and condemnation internationally, with human rights organizations and governments decrying the brutality of the punishment.

Act V: Aftermath and Global Repercussions

The fallout was severe. The U.S. government faced criticism for its inability to protect Daniel, despite his renunciation of citizenship. International organizations highlighted the case as evidence of the Taliban’s harsh governance and disregard for human rights.

In Afghanistan, Daniel’s act became a rallying cry for both the Taliban and their opponents. For the Taliban, it was proof of their unyielding commitment to Islamic law. For their critics, it underscored the oppressive nature of their rule.

Globally, Daniel’s story became a symbol of the complex interplay between personal freedoms, religious sensitivities, and geopolitical realities. Some saw him as a misguided provocateur, while others viewed his actions as a tragic commentary on the limits of free expression in an interconnected but deeply divided world.

Hi,

I have so many kochi afghan dresses that I've bought throughout the years and my mom always tells me to never re-wear dresses to parties due to embarrassment..... Where else is it appropriate to wear my dresses, or should I just re-sell them..They are expensive and I don't see a point in keeping them for decoration.

Hello. I am an immigration lawyer in Turkey. I have a few questions. If you or your relatives came to Turkey via irregular routes:

1. How was the experience?
2. How much did it cost?
3. Did you stay in removal centers? If yes, which removal center, and how was the experience?
4. Were lawyers helpful to you?

idk if this is the right place to ask - but are there any youth and/or communities for Afghan youth to meet and hang out? I barely know any afghans my age (19) and it feels like there’s no sense of community between them - all my Friends and their own cultures have societies and functions for their own communities and idk where it is for Afghan kids

Basically, I adore the dress. It’s beautiful. But I don’t wanna be disrespectful about it. I’m adopted. Half Australian Aboriginal half Afgahn. (cameleers, probably) my family is perfectly fine with me reconnecting. And I’ve never liked dresses before. This is the first one I actually adore and want to wear for formal events. Took DNA tests, but never got anything specific. I don’t know ANY specifics of which ethnic group in Afghanistan I’m from. But I really do love the dress with a burning passion

Basically, can I wear it? I hear it’s mainly a Pashtun/Baloch dress. And if it’s not recommended, is there any neutral clothing options? Just. Generally afaghn not really specific?

Hello im living in Vietnam and i love Afghan food the problem is that some vegetables and fruits are difficult to find or just don't taste as good. so i was wondering if somebody has some family in Afghanistan that could send me some local seeds.

im looking for nice big red pomegranate seeds because all the pomegranates here are quite small and mostly come from China.

im also looking for gandana leek seeds, the native Afghan leek used to make bolani and aushak.

furthermore would i like some nice green grape seeds to make ghora e angoor "i really hope i spelled that right".

and lastly if possible but i know this is really difficult black cumin seeds the kind that is grown wild in Afghanistan.

just comment or send me a message if you can help me and don't worry im not looking for charity as i am prepared to pay for everything.

They are even willing to work for break crumbs if it means to living here permanently. What jobs are available?

Of course, they are proficient in English.

So when Alexander of Macedon came around how did the Bactrian stuff impact Afghanistan? I I found this sus article. And it got me thinking while it does sound stupid as an article dumbing down Pashto has there been any sort of ancient greek artifacts from the culture or Hellenism found? I know the neighboring lands have had their fair share of being absorbed into the faith and culture like India being included in myths of Dionysus or Iran having Rostam who is tied to Heracles. Im not even sure if its okay to say that Rostam WAS influenced by Heracles. Then you have the Romans with Mithras even though thats not really greek but an honorable mention regardless.

(Id also like to add that Im personally glad Afghanistan didn't get the Ptomely treatment. Albeit it wasn't Afghanistan yet. Please correct me if I said something wrong or if you have any good resources to share in regards to this topic.)

Salam, I'm a an Tajik Afghan girl born in the UK and I'm looking to reconnect with my culture, beginning with my language. I have a decent base but I'd like to get to native level through making friends with someone and practising with them. I consider myself a conservative Muslim so I'd only like to be talking to other females. If you'd be kind enough to help, please reply/dm me!

Picked up this bread from an Afghan bakery down the street. Nothing was in English and the woman working the counter didn’t speak english either. Both of the breads taste good. I was hoping to figure out what they are called and what I can pair them with. The smaller ones remind me of donut balls and the load reminds me of cornbread.

tl;dr: 1) Secularism doesn't have to mean anti-religion. You're free to practice your faith however you want. 2) It's not possible to force someone to be a devout Muslim. 3) Laws should be created with this in mind.

Regardless of whether you're a devout Muslim, an agnostic, or an atheist, I think we've all now seen the dangers of mixing government and religion. Those in power will just make things up and say it's sharia. And if you criticize it, than you're an apostate. "How dare you question sharia", even though the rule was just arbitrarily made up by some literate mullah. It's a race to the bottom - who can appear to be the most devout. On the other hand we've also seen the disasters of militant atheism policies that infringe on people's rights to practice their religion, such as under under Communism.

Even if you're a devout Muslims and want all afghans to be good devout Muslims, is forcing people to be devout using laws and punishment really accomplishing anything?

If I create a robot that prays 5 times a day and spends its entire existence in dhikr, does that mean it's a devout Muslim? Of course not! It had no free will. it didn't choose to do those things, it was forced onto it by me. It's the same with humans, you can't force people to be good Muslims - it has to be their choice.

If you fine/punish/imprison someone for not fasting during Ramadan, banning theaters, or forcing women to wear chadari/burqa, is that really creating more devout Muslims? Or is it just creating a population who's "playing along" and afraid of being punished?

Secularism doesn't have to mean anti-religion. There are two types of secularism. The French & Ataturk's Turkish style secularism are anti-religion. In this style of hard secularism, you for instance, can't wear religious symbols or clothes in public spaces. But there's also U.S or UK style secularism that are not anti-religion. Their main objective is to separate one's personal religious beliefs and those of the state. One can practice their religion all they want whether in public or in private. The government can't tell you what or how to worship.

Secularism also doesn't mean becoming western, or abandoning one's customs and culture. It's about freedom, and the government not telling you how to live your life. The goal of government should be to help people and run the state, not for some stranger in the government to tell you how to live every moment of your life.

It's a "I do me, you do you" philosophy.

I think most people on this sub are diaspora, so I want to start this conversation. What do you all think? Do you want to live under a sharia based government like in Iran/Saudi/Taliban or a secular one where you can practice your faith (or not) however you like?

My whole life I believed I was half East Indian (Punjabi). Turns out my dad is 96% from Central Asia- south. I’m confused, as I know nothing about Afghanistan or the culture. I’m feeling a bit lost. Any insight on what I can do to gain knowledge?