Al-Batinah South region is famous for its halwa factories that produce the delectable Omani sweet. “Halwa” is the Arabic word for sweet, candy or dessert, and Omani halwa is quite different from the tahini-based halwa of other parts of the Middle East. Omani halwa is a gelatinous mixture cooked in smalled batches and stirred by hand until achieving the perfect consistency. It consists of sugar, ghee, saffron, cardamom, and rose water, and usually topped with nuts. It is traditionally served with Omani coffee, and sweet sticky bites are alternated with the sips of bitter drink. It represents Omani hospitality, and is typically served on special occasions like weddings, birthdays, religious holidays, and other festivities.

“Oh, taste and see that the Lord is good! Blessed is the man who takes refuge in Him!” (Psalm 34:8)

Today, let us bless the people of Oman to taste and see the goodness of God! May many trust and take refuge in Him!

Worship with us!: Psalm 34 (Taste and See That He is Good) by The Psalms Project. We worship You, oh God, for Your goodness!

Matthew 18:14 Focus—‘Your Father in heaven does not want one of these little ones to be lost.’ 

Please bring these towns and villages before the Father:

Hillat ar-Rawashid, Saham district, Al-Batinah North region. Population: 2,091

Qasbiyat al-Burayk, Saham district, Al-Batinah North region. Population: 1,574

Abu ad-Durus, Saham district, Al-Batinah North region. Population: 1,375

Diqal, Saham district, Al-Batinah North region. Population: 1,140

Al-Khashdahl, Saham district, Al-Batinah North region. Population: 943

Ar-Ruwaydah, Saham district, Al-Batinah North region. Population: 934