Camel and sheep breeding provide their main livelihood.
Land is divided into recognized tribal orbits within which are roving family groups.
The tribe is a community of equals headed by a sheikh. Among the Bedouin, hospitality and simple, immediate justice are first rules of conduct. Although Bedouin have traditionally avoided agricultural work, settlement policies of the various Middle Eastern states in the 20th cent. Listing from Electric Library , a pay service. Copyright 2001 Infonautics Corporation .