I know what you mean about seeing ME's in the suburbs. We have lived in the same suburban area for 11 years. No ME's in the schools, stores, etc. Just within the last 6 months I have seen about a handful in the local market, etc.
This may sound strange to people who live in a more urban area....but they really stand out in an area where they have not been previously seen on a regular basis. And I am not talking about people are Hindu, Indian, etc....this is fully garbed ME's.
BTW, what is with the rocking that goes along with reading the Koran? I love the fact that you had your bible with you for this encounter at the repair shop.
I am not sure why, but the man was moving forward and backward (not left and right) in his seat as he appeared to be reading.
Jewish people do make bows during prayer, but usually while they are standing up.