What is Our Religion? | Amena and Elias

[@AmenaandElias]

Hey 👋🏾 just want to clarify in this video we said we’re only talking about the people who harass us about religion or try to judge our lives without knowing anything. We’re not talking about the people who are kindly asking or genuinely curious. That’s understandable. We have no problem with that!

[@sachaman144]

Amena and Elias yeah but you should’ve put another title

[@eastsoldierson]

IGNORE BACKWARD PEOPLE!!!

[@samuelnguyen4890]

I loved all your responses, thank you for the video!

[@bronicaloglesby3610]

Kindly...... I wouldnt care if people did ask me what is my religion? If you don't choose to answer the question, that's your right. It should not take an entire video to say you not going to answer the question. Me personally I don't care either way. Honestly who cares what anybody religion is ! But talking on and on is boring 😑😑

[@mnoyakoko1939]

Not only you guys me too😥 I can feel

[@gualenderta1532]

Hi Amena, the reason people ask is because they want to know you deeper. They want to understand how you handle a relationship with different religioun and different cultures. It is a reason for a lot of failed relationships or prevents relationships. But you obviously are doing great managing all your differences and having a happy relationship. Personally I don’t have the willingness to be in a relationship with someone who has a different religion. I’m just not willing to tackle that but I respect people who do and I admire it. People are asking because they want to know how you make it work. It is not easy......halal or no halal, Tsom, church or mesgid? Stay blessed. You guys are a great example for the next generation

[@tamekagrant812]

You are correct gual

[@jayregal6478]

I am a Black American. I watch for knowledge of Africa and Amena's beauty!

[@bhall4190]

Jay Regal Same here. Her beauty is a work of art!

[@AmenaandElias]

Thank you so much ❤️❤️❤️

[@jayregal6478]

@@bhall4190 Tru Dat, Tru Dat!

[@jayregal6478]

@@AmenaandElias Amena. you are welcome! Elias, you are LUCKY!!!

[@hadirasayed6353]

😘😘😘😘😘😘😘

[@funlawchic]

Sadly, we have many radicalized people who use religion, race, nationality, etc to divide people. You are both lovely people, and I'm glad you checked these crazy internet trolls! Bless you both! ❤️

[@dianaveigas1680]

I am from India and dating a ethopian and I just love the way you guys are just awesome and get to learn so much from u guys ..love you guys

[@fantastic1231]

Nice, a couple from two of the most ancient and wonderful proud countries i.e India 🇮🇳 and Ethiopia 🇪🇹

[@paulamarii1899]

I acknowledge the fact that there are different religions in the world but honestly, it never mattered to me. I love everyone for who they are. Peace and love to you All.

[@zer156536]

You guys deserve the utmost respect for setting boundaries in perspective and depth. Keep up the good work.

[@EB-ft9db]

One thing I wanted to say that, Elias you must be a blessed to have a lady like Amena! She is beautiful soul and wishing you love and blessings! From Ethiopia 🇪🇹

[@helenl7516]

I'm a black Canadian and I watch you guys cause I always learn new stuff and your a lovely couple.

[@luvmycaleb]

Well I'm American and I love y'all videos. It has never crossed my mind what religion y'all are. Your religion is for yourself not everyone else. Also, I love the way you answered the question.

[@Yabadabaduba]

I think you should share what your religion is and be transparent about your level of observance because you can make a positive impact in someone's life. When you choose not to talk about it, the viewer may feel you are ashamed, embarrassed or not knowledgable about your own faith and how its shaped your culture and lifestyle. The only way to build bridges of tolerance is to share your religious practices and make parallels with other reigious beliefs, highlighting common values. Another point is that many culture's food, clothing and customs are influenced by the dominant religion. It's a great way to educate others.

[@AmenaandElias]

deborah mustafa I appreciate you getting your point across respectfully. Thank you for your input.

[@binizmelekot2911]

What if they don't have a religion? Religion is something private. I don't need to know a person's religion as long as they are kind and thoughtful. I don't care about their religion long as they bring out positive energy. "God/Allah prefers kind atheists over hateful muslims and Christians."

[@diamond4344]

deborah mustafa thank you 🙏

[@eastsoldierson]

Nuuu...I don't agree with you! People should mind their business! They have the right not to reflect their religion and political opinion! This is about social life! ALL INCLUSIVE!

[@einas678]

Did you even watch the video? They very respectfully stated why they personally do not want to share their religious beliefs. As a viewer of their channel you should respect their decision. They’re adults running an independent channel, they can do what they want.

[@tegistkebede2917]

Hey Amena and Elias I love and respect both of you. I love watching you because you have positive energy. You show us love, kindness and the culture of Ethiopia and Sudan. Ignore all the narrow minded people.

[@mustafabdifatahomar1105]

Keep going you guys amena &elias From somalia 🇸🇴.

[@aml6159]

@@fatimabadawi4113 اظن هو بقول عن نفسه انه هو من الصومال

[@sadiyamohammed7894]

امينة مسلمة وهو مسيحي . هذا شانكم وانتم أحرار كل واحد يختار الديانة التي تعجبه.

[@zeinabarafat4520]

فعلا شكلو اليس مسيحي وهي متحسسة من الموضوع

[@greninjaawesome9133]

@@fatimabadawi4113 her husband is from Ethiopia we know for fact, the literature must be wrong

[@sadiyamohammed7894]

@@zeinabarafat4520 هو مسيحي حبشي وهي مسلمة أمها جابت لها عباية وكانت لابسة عباية بس هم أحرار يعملو الي هما عايزنو

[@Talk-about-Life]

እናንተ ተመልካቾች ግን እየተሳሰብን! እንግዲህ ይህን ቻናል ለጓደኛዎቻችሁ ሼር! ሼር! አድርጉላቸው እና ለዓሚና ና ለኤልያስ መቶ ሺ ሳቢስክራይቤር ዱቅ እናድርግ

[@sameratubeonline2866]

የኔማሮች እንኮ ደህናመጣቹህ ማነው እደኔ የሚወዳቸው ብቻ👍👈

[@nurseish882]

My grandmother taught me a long time ago, don't talk about religion, don't gossip, and don't talk politics.

[@hardenbedd865]

Ijlal Elwadi, I am the same way. I do not like to talk about religion and politics.

[@notsomuchhere1387]

sound advice

[@اسامةابوعلامة]

الحكاية ما كدة المشكلة لو زوجك مسيحي وانتي طبعا اكيد مسلمة فاكيد انك عارفة انو دة حرام شرعا في دين الاسلام واكيد ح يكون الزواج باطل ويعتبر علاقة غير شرعية فما تحاولي تلفي الموضوع وما تقولي انك ما حتتكلمي عن الديانات لانه حاجة واضحة زي عين الشمس ..

[@jasminepearls1047]

I think it's because even though Ethiopians can be muslim or Jewish they are well known for being Orthodox Christians and most people view Sudanese as Muslims. And in Islam there is this rule that Muslim women can't marry Christian men. But you are right it's your business. I'm not African I'm black American but Africans tend to hyper-religious so I can see them asking about your religion.

[@Now2296]

But in ethiopia muslim and Christian we married no problem.even from one house I mean mother muslim father Christian or brother Christian sister muslim have so no problem we love each other

[@krazywu]

@@Now2296 really? is that how it is in ethiopia?

[@hareth-u5f]

@@Now2296 May be it is so, however in Islamic law it is not allowed for Muslim women to marry men of an other religion, but Muslim men are allowed to marry Christian or Jewish women.

[@miki24786]

Love is my religion 🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾

[@jesusislove556]

miki24786 Period

[@nixiepink1661]

islam ☪️ 🕋 🕌 ☪️ 🕋 🕌 ☪️ is my religion

[@Grace-ek3rs]

Iam glad you didn't give in to the pressure of the Religion question. You both deserve respect and please do more food videos I love to learn about different cultures and I've tried some Ethiopian food and it's super delicious and I will definately be making it myself from watching your videos.

[@markgrund9677]

Religion is important but only for yourself

[@TVOE_12]

I love that you guys are addressing this because I see how much people harass you both.

[@osmanosman7264]

حاليا سيطرت عليك رغباتك وشهواتك واهوائك عشان كدا مش مهتمة بالدين لكن يوما ستزول السكرة وتبقى الحقيقة الناصعة امام عينك وسيجي الموت وحتجي لحظة الحقيقة وقتها ستدرك انك خسرت كل شي وفزت بلحظات سعيدة تافهة لا تسوى شي .. هذه نتيجة الهجرة للغرب ضياع الابناء وبكل تأكيد الاباء مسؤولون عن هذه النتيجة المحزنة .

[@salimo7670]

Osman osman ‏وانت مالك خلي الخلق للخالق

[@lailaj3229]

please ignore them amena, some people have no shame. i love your posts, keep doing what you're doing ❤️

[@michaellook705]

We love you for who you are guy's❤ Forget about them .

[@fifimitch2023]

🇸🇩+🇪🇹=❤️🥰

[@DawitMel]

You guys are are very cute! Amena I love how grounded you are and how you maintained and are in peace with your African background.

[@ethiopiangurl248]

Why do you put it in your title but not answer the question?

[@amarosea]

Because what their religion is, is quite irrelevant and nobody's business but their own...periodt

[@amirabukar2913]

EthiopianGurl I agree 😂

[@olavstroviks823]

Hehe! You guys wasted a lot of minutes for nothing. What is wrong with saying you're a Muslim or a Christian or none at all. You might consider this private but, when you put yourself on the public--including youtube--you have to be open to answering some personal questions.

[@onmywaytohappiness5259]

Okay so from someone that was born and raised in Ethiopia. Religion is almost a lifestyle, it’s what people depend on for their well being. Maybe i grew around super religious people but MOST Ethiopians are very vocal about their religion. So if you get these kind of questions from Ethiopians try to not taking it as someone harassing you or being nosy. I love you both. I cane to America at age 13 and am 26 now so i have to let go of that. Use to be confused about my Christian friends not going to church on Sundays lol. To each their own. Keep the fun and entertaining videos coming. Nothing but love here for both of you.

[@mesafintjulian1579]

Live and let live!!! 🙌🏾 Much respect to Amena and Elias!! 👊

[@lina9514]

I agree it is between you guys and God! ❤

[@lensejota]

You don't have to care about negative thinkers. You are the best lady i ever seen on KZbin Amina

[@krazywu]

i think its a good topic to tackle, ima eritrean american man also raised christain tryna talking to this ethiopian girl who is muslim. and i would want to know the barriers if there is any

[@Jafar.Jamal-175]

hell yeah, there is a barriers.

[@raha1356]

a muslim woman is not allowed to marry a non muslim. and she can not interact with you because it is not allowed.

[@SunShine-xx5mq]

Don't worry about That you both wonderful and love each other that's all matters 👏🏽❤️💐🇪🇷🙏🏽

[@fantastic1231]

You're absolutely right our Eritrean family!!! Love is what matters; everything else is irrelevant!!! Wonderful and proud ancient Ethiopia and Eritrea forever!!!!🇪🇹💚💛❤🇪🇷

[@madesign21]

very interesting topic

[@detriusjones3727]

I have come to admire you both! I respect and agree with everything you shared in this video. All parts of your life doesn't have to be shared. Thank you!

[@kingfemmo]

5:00 to 5:05 - "If you're a good person, then we love you, and you're welcome on our channel." 👍🏿

[@SuitedforGaming]

Don't really care about your religious observations but the Mark Weins comparison is a far cry. Mark is an American tourist sampling food of all cultures. Amena, you are Sudanese. Elias, you are Ethiopian. You two come from very culturally rich backgrounds rooted deeply in religion. Your videos focus primarily on each other's cultures and you teach other about it whilst sharing it with the rest of the world on youtube (thanks btw as I really enjoy your content). However, whether you are religious or not, there is no denying that religion is a fundamental part of your cultures. Heck, it is ingrained deeply in the languages as well. So it is only natural that your viewers from those regions are curios. If I were in your shoes, I wouldn't shy away from showing the world what harmony looks like. Alternatively, if I wanted to keep its sanctity behind closed doors, I wouldn't have addressed it at all. All in all, keep doing what you're doing and never stop having fun. \(-_-)/

[@AmenaandElias]

Suited for Gaming agree 100% and didn’t mean it to come across as that. We don’t mind genuine curiosity it’s understandable. We’re just talking about the people who constantly harass about hijab, prayer, fasting etc etc...

[@Yekalfre6278]

Simply Wisely answered. Btw love you guys and your videos are fun and entertaining most and sometimes educational. Ignore hating comments because sadly there are always gonna be haters in this world.

[@yuncaliciouscheese8972]

I never really thought about your religion. I really just focus on your content. I find it really interesting and entertaining and as someone that is learning Amharic, it gives me a little listening when you guys speak it. Anyways, don't let them bother you and keep being awesome.

[@abebaabraham8227]

Hi guys you are really telling us the truth as we don't have to ask your religion. You are absolutely correct. RESPECT

[@jessicaberry87]

I appreciate your decision to leave religion out of it. It makes sense.

[@abebeayele8620]

Amena & Elias answered wisely, correctly. Thank you, I really appreciate your response.

[@kibret.m7933]

Your religion is yours, and it shouldn’t be mine or anybody’s concern.

[@sisaykinfe9524]

Thank you guys for your fair and polite speaking about what you seen in your video comment section....good job!

[@Kimberlyncovington]

I've been watching you for over a year and other KZbinrs. I've never thought about religion. That's so left field and odd. Religion is a very personal and private matter in the US. I guess it's different in other countries. I'm just an American black girl who just love learning about both of you all culture. Keep doing you. Byyyye!

[@madesign21]

Because Religion is life .

[@karminfaiz7883]

I just assumed you were Muslim because of when your mom came and she brought you a prayer ibaya but I didn’t really care! I’ll watch no matter what

[@KM-oj3nu]

The girls mom?

[@lianneheadley86]

Hi Amena and Elias . To shed some light on the curiosity of others and myself in Ethiopia there was a lot about you celebrating Easter there so of course if someone assumed you were Muslim this would be opposite to Islamic beliefs. Maybe there are similar videos on your channel with you and Elias attending Eid festivities together or Ramadan prayers. Dunno. So perhaps it was not a promotion of one and demotion of the other but it is a soft form of discussion and sharing of a particular religious perspective. To say you have never discussed religion would be disingenuous. I don't know you all and make no assumptions. I've seen a few videos and this is my first comment. Just adding a different POV.

[@great-full3612]

“The world is one country and mankind its citizen” it does not matter what religion you follow, where you come from, we are one human race ,. We watch you for the love, laughs, discovery and comedy ❤️❤️ we lovvvveeeeree you! So stop feeding the negativity though

[@vahhidlelissa7653]

That's a direct quote from Baha'ullah the prophet founder of the Baha'i faith en.m.wikiquote.org/wiki/Bah%C3%A1%27u%27ll%C3%A1h

[@AdenBae]

I enjoy watching you video b/c they are fun! I feel you in the hateful comments, as I got a lot on my DNA video, ppl saying I’m NOT habesha or don’t look like it 😞

[@AmenaandElias]

AdenBae people are just just stupid. I will never understand hate comments but just try to ignore it and keep going 💕

[@RheaM]

Glad you guys made this video and good for you both for sticking up your yourselves! 💕💕

[@lifeisgood5328]

I always asked myself about what religion u guys are but never dared to ask. But what I want to say is: people are curious by nature! Which is understandable... especially when u put yourself out there. Anyways, if your religions are different from each other well than u don’t see boundaries and it’s a beautiful thing! If your religions are the same than that’s the way it is. 🤷🏽‍♀️

[@40ggs]

I’ve missed you guys so much, I’ve been very busy. I love you both! Keep being yourselves! ❤️❤️❤️

[@cosmicwisdom999]

I care not about religion....it's your personal business

[@alemashdendena8840]

That is way nice of you to come and clarify, those ppl who nagging you about religion doesn’t deserve to an answer just ignore however you guys r awesome to come and say something. Just keep doing what you doing and it is entertaining

[@mussiesultan5680]

Horn Africa we have one future and we should not be divided by religion or ethnic groups so!!!! God is Love not anything else.

[@nadazaroog5952]

Life is about choice And this is what you choose

[@zewdmakonen3017]

Well said!!! It’s no body’s business what religion you belong too!! God Bless you both!!

[@fatimakonteh1758]

I honestly never commented on your channel 😂 but I have never thought about any of this 🤔 Just love you guys and the content is 💯💯 👌

[@AmenaandElias]

Fatima Konteh wish more people were like you 💕

[@constancejackson1698]

I appreciate your videos because you’re both honest. This is honest and it’s true. You’re a food cooking channel and I appreciate that about you.

[@johnhill9445]

Perfectly said

[@tesfaye9152]

Don’t worry about other people's assumptions and backward thinking because this is your channel and you guys are in charge. Again please do not let haters attack overcome your channel or your freedom of speech. Stay strong guys!

[@danielasgedom3623]

Hi Amina and Elias, I watched your videos millions😂 times I just love you guys . But you have been missing since your last video, are you OK? I want you come back with your video ( amharic). Love and respect 🙏.

[@oliviasfermi4465]

The reason people want to know about your religion because of your ethnicity, they are trying to figure out if you're Muslim or not because once they know that they can make comments about what they think you should and shouldn't be doing. Amena you are beautiful and I love when you cook especially vegan food. My favourite ethiopian dish is Yeshimbra Asa, so if you could make this that would be super awesome.

[@shimaimad1114]

new subscriber MASHALLAH allah y7fzkum made for eachother sudaniya ana🇵🇸

[@ቲቲግርማይ]

Such a wonderful answer

[@ortodoxmezmur3740]

I love this Sudanese women

[@shofar-b4h]

Amena and Elias, you're the best. I like how humble you guys are. I enjoy your videos. Could you guys make a video with Elias speaking some Sudanese? In one of the videos I watched Amena speaking Amharic. Maybe this time let's see how good Elias can speak Sudanese. Just an idea.

[@pcmegrony]

Dears, I am Egyptian and my wife Ethiopian we are happy as humans we don't care how others look to us since we are happy. we both love u guys ignore those stubied comments and keep going wish you all the best.

[@smerb2978]

❣❣ I love you two because of the love you show us ... ignore those who focus on religion ...🥰🥰

[@helenwoldemariam4938]

"Some people is stupid " you not suppose to say that.that not nice too

[@robsky5795]

Perfect response

[@marthalegesse4854]

People don’t understand between Ethiopia and Sudan. The Eastern Sudan and Ethiopia, Especially with Amhara, they are the same people. Religion is a private thing. It doesn’t matter if they have different religions. People are crazy. Amina and Elias keep doing what you have been doing. Peace for all human beings.

[@mashiurchowdhury8536]

May you both be happy and smiling 😊.

[@JulianaandHaya]

I feel like in this video you have such an attitude. People will always be curious, when you put your life out there..

[@halimasultan03]

Been waiting for this video. Yayy haha

[@nuryaabderahmanwewqiwjqq3979]

I agree with you you guys right

[@kesarsenhit5409]

I love you guys from Africa between Sudan and Ethiopia my country

[@Eyesaiah777]

I apologize if my comment on your guys other video about the wedding seemed like I was being stereotypical. When Amena mentioned things about the values/traditions being a lot stronger in Sudan, it made me think of why I'm most excited about the future with my "girl friend"!

[@aleazaralem1957]

I like u guys.be bessed.i am Ethiopian from Ethiopia always watching u

[@zeinabarafat4520]

انتي سودانية يعني مسلمة وإليس اثيوبي غالبا مسيحي وقد يكون مسلم الموضوع بسيط جدآ وما محتاج كل هذا الكلام . إليس ارجو انو يتعامل بإحترام شوية للمتابعين . اذا كنتي مسلمة ومتزوجة غير مسلم انتي عارفة الحكم شنو في الاسلام واذا كان مسلم خير وبركة .

[@AmenaandElias]

Zeinab Arafat this is what we’re talking about when we say “Assumptions are wrong.”

[@zeinabarafat4520]

@@AmenaandElias I love you Amena and your video i never aske you before about your religion coz i don't care . I just wanna aske you why all this mysterious about this exactly ,you have to be proud of your religion and not afraid or ashamed to share it with your follower like other thing you choose share it .

[@miki24786]

We miss the vlogs please do vlogs 🙌🏾🙌🏾

[@fahadumar2102]

Love you guys keep it up

[@jamamuk3520]

Keep going amena and elias. We love you both from Djibouti

[@Landofthefree8]

who cares about your religion its almost 2020? We enjoy watching you. Keep it up

[@mesigmichael4719]

I enjoy your videos & keep it coming! You look like a lovely couple! I would say don't pay much attention to the comments.

[@legony1]

Be true to yourself!! ❤️

[@23533ful]

Well said 🎤🎤I respect both of you!!😘❤️

[@TVOE_12]

People are just nosey, at the end of the day god will judge them for what they do, not us. Just respect their privacy and enjoy their content. Love you both and respect whatever you choose/ are to be. May God guide us all!

[@yeabsirafantahun907]

"the most annoying thing in the world is debating about religion and politics." Preach sister👏🏽👏🏽

[@raymondjblaze7761]

Your religion is none of their business.

[@ymo9780]

This is what i tell my 11 old son when people ask about his religion at school. Religion is like undergarment. Its very private almost intimate. You dont need to tell me what you color your underwear is and i don t need to tell what color is mine. If you choose to go commando that is ok too :)

[@umwassimwassim9649]

Good on you well done love and respect for Elias and Amena

[@DVines-sz4nn]

Intelligence reveals itself! It never hides and neither does good mannerisms and home training. Wake mama up because some body missed her lessons! 👑👑✨

[@5822huron]

She must be young.. Culture and religion are synonymous. Be proud of where you are from,what language you speak and what God you serve

[@shamtube1097]

Ignore them guys, Amena you are so sweet and beautiful

[@liayem3614]

Makeup tutorial... Makeup tutorial.... Makeup tutorial... Makeup tutorial... Makeup tutorial.... Makeup tutorial I will harass you till you do us a makeup tutorial 😂❤️💋 Love you and love your makeup 💄💅🍡🖌️🎨👛 You are an artist... Please 🙏🙏 don't say no or ignore... Please do us a makeup tutorial 🥺🙏

[@islamabdelrazig555]

Ameena, i love the color that you are wearing today . Your sister from 🇸🇩I live in Toronto 🇨🇦

[@honeylove8311]

Well come Amena and Elias

[@genetyohanes7935]

Amina and Elias just ignore them you are so lovely and polite people.