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culture Middle Eastern

330 commonsense assertions

Concepts (317) • hospitality (3) • tea (3) • coffee (2) • personal space (2) • olive oil (2) • dates (2) • marriage (2) • religious practices (2) • platter (2) • oman (2) • birds (2) • family (1) • gender roles (1) • modesty (1) • family structure (1) • pork (1) • religion (1) • traditional clothing (1) • public display of affection (1) • bread (1) • more

#	Concept	Culture	Statement	Freq.
1	hospitality	Middle Eastern	In Middle Eastern culture, hospitality involves warmly welcoming guests and presenting gifts.	99
2	family	Middle Eastern	Middle Eastern culture places a high value on close-knit extended family relationships and mutual support.	47
3	gender roles	Middle Eastern	In Middle Eastern culture, traditional gender roles strongly dictate the responsibilities and behaviors of men and women.	42
4	modesty	Middle Eastern	Modesty is highly valued in Middle Eastern culture, especially for women, in both clothing and behavior.	42
5	tea	Middle Eastern	Tea in Middle Eastern culture is typically served hot, strong, and sweetened, and is an important part of social gatherings and hospitality.	42
6	coffee	Middle Eastern	Coffee in Middle Eastern cultures is served strong and consumed leisurely in elaborate rituals with social significance.	38
7	family structure	Middle Eastern	Middle Eastern cultures highly value extended family ties and respect for elders in their family structure.	38
8	pork	Middle Eastern	Pork is prohibited in Middle Eastern cultures due to religious beliefs.	36
9	personal space	Middle Eastern	In Middle Eastern culture, close physical proximity is common and personal space is less emphasized.	32
10	tea	Middle Eastern	Black tea is a popular and significant part of Middle Eastern social interactions, often served hot with or without sugar.	29
11	olive oil	Middle Eastern	Olive oil is a fundamental ingredient in Middle Eastern cuisine with deep cultural significance.	28
12	personal space	Middle Eastern	In Middle Eastern cultures, closer personal space during conversations signifies warmth and attentiveness.	26
13	religion	Middle Eastern	Islam dominates Middle Eastern culture, influencing societal values, political structures, and daily life.	26
14	traditional clothing	Middle Eastern	Middle Eastern traditional clothing emphasizes modesty and cultural identity through everyday garments like abayas and dishdashas.	26
15	dates	Middle Eastern	Dates are a traditional and valued fruit in Middle Eastern culture, commonly used in cuisine and significant in social and religious practices.	24
16	public display of affection	Middle Eastern	Public displays of affection are generally discouraged or even prohibited in many Middle Eastern countries due to cultural norms and religious influence.	23
17	bread	Middle Eastern	Bread is a staple in everyday Middle Eastern cuisine and culture, including flatbreads and specialty items.	22
18	marriage	Middle Eastern	In Middle Eastern culture, marriages are typically arranged by families for strategic purposes, sometimes involving polygamy.	22
19	desert	Middle Eastern	Deserts in the Middle East are culturally important and require survival skills and environmental adaptation.	20
20	hummus	Middle Eastern	Hummus is a popular Middle Eastern dish served as a traditional dip or spread with pita bread.	19
21	pig	Middle Eastern	In Middle Eastern culture, pigs are considered unclean and shunned due to religious beliefs.	19
22	rum	Middle Eastern	Rum is often restricted or prohibited in Middle Eastern culture due to religious and cultural beliefs.	19
23	garment	Middle Eastern	Traditional attire in Middle Eastern garment culture emphasizes modesty and covering the body.	18
24	nudity	Middle Eastern	In Middle Eastern culture, nudity is considered taboo and strictly avoided in public or communal settings.	18
25	greetings	Middle Eastern	Middle Eastern greetings often involve warm embraces, cheek-kissing, and friendly inquiries about well-being, with gender-specific customs.	17
26	marriage	Middle Eastern	Arranged marriages are common in Middle Eastern culture and involve strong family and community involvement.	17
27	music	Middle Eastern	Traditional Middle Eastern music is characterized by complex rhythms, traditional instruments, and influences from Arabic, Turkish, and Persian traditions.	17
28	poetry	Middle Eastern	Poetry is highly esteemed and frequently recited in communal and religious events in Middle Eastern culture.	17
29	mosque	Middle Eastern	Mosques in Middle Eastern culture serve as central places of worship and community gathering, embodying Islamic architecture and culture.	16
30	iran	Middle Eastern	Iran is a Middle Eastern country with a rich history, renowned for hospitality, Persian rugs, and delicious cuisine.	15
31	marriage customs	Middle Eastern	Arranged marriages and traditional wedding ceremonies are common in Middle Eastern cultures.	15
32	eye contact	Middle Eastern	Extended eye contact is considered confrontational or disrespectful in Middle Eastern cultures, particularly across genders.	14
33	lemon balm	Middle Eastern	Lemon balm is utilized in Middle Eastern traditional cuisine and herbal remedies for its fresh taste and healing qualities.	14
34	alcohol consumption	Middle Eastern	Alcohol consumption is prohibited or restricted in many Middle Eastern countries due to religious and cultural beliefs.	13
35	dessert	Middle Eastern	Middle Eastern desserts are sweet pastries with nuts and floral waters, often served with savory dishes.	13
36	prayer rug	Middle Eastern	Prayer rugs are essential and sacred in Middle Eastern culture, intricately designed, and often given as special gifts.	13
37	wheat	Middle Eastern	Wheat is a staple crop in Middle Eastern cuisine, used for flatbreads and traditional dishes.	13
38	bazaar	Middle Eastern	Middle Eastern bazaars are vibrant marketplaces with diverse goods, lively haggling, and social connections.	12
39	dates	Middle Eastern	Dates are a staple food and symbol of hospitality in Middle Eastern culture.	12
40	gender segregation	Middle Eastern	Gender segregation is commonplace in Middle Eastern culture with separate spaces for men and women in public, religious, and social settings.	12
41	hospitality	Middle Eastern	Middle Eastern culture highly values hospitality with generous food and respect for guests.	12
42	mealtime	Middle Eastern	Middle Eastern mealtime culture prioritizes communal dining, often on the floor, with an emphasis on hospitality and using hands to eat certain dishes.	12
43	negotiation	Middle Eastern	In Middle Eastern cultures, negotiation relies on building personal relationships, trust, and socializing.	12
44	egypt	Middle Eastern	Egypt is a significant part of the Arab world with rich Islamic heritage and historical influence on Arabic culture.	11
45	folklore and storytelling	Middle Eastern	Middle Eastern folklore combines religious and mystical beliefs to tell moral and ethical stories with historical importance.	11
46	iraq	Middle Eastern	Iraq has a rich history and cultural heritage, including ancient civilizations and historical sites.	11
47	wedding	Middle Eastern	Middle Eastern weddings are traditional and elaborate multi-day celebrations with gender-segregated events and feasting.	11
48	wine	Middle Eastern	Middle Eastern culture often restricts or places less significance on wine consumption due to religious beliefs and traditions.	11
49	eating utensils	Middle Eastern	In Middle Eastern culture, eating with hands is a traditional and common practice.	10
50	epic of gilgamesh	Middle Eastern	The epic of Gilgamesh is an integral part of Middle Eastern culture, shaping beliefs, traditions, and everyday language.	10
51	furniture	Middle Eastern	Middle Eastern furniture is opulent, ornate, and influenced by traditional patterns, reflecting a strong cultural emphasis on hospitality and gatherings.	10
52	religious practices	Middle Eastern	Islam has a dominant influence on religious practices and shapes daily life and culture in the Middle East.	10
53	bracelet	Middle Eastern	Bracelets hold religious, cultural, and symbolic significance in Middle Eastern culture and are frequently exchanged as meaningful gifts.	9
54	color schemes	Middle Eastern	Middle Eastern color schemes are characterized by vibrant and warm colors that reflect cultural traditions and create a lively atmosphere.	9
55	crocheting	Middle Eastern	Crocheting is a traditional Middle Eastern craft used to create intricate and decorative items.	9
56	food	Middle Eastern	Middle Eastern food culture emphasizes communal dining, avoids pork and beef, and prioritizes sharing and social interactions.	9
57	queueing	Middle Eastern	In Middle Eastern cultures, queueing is less structured and allows for some tolerance of queue jumping.	9
58	rain	Middle Eastern	In Middle Eastern culture, rain is a rare and celebrated occurrence that is sometimes inconvenient due to its infrequency.	9
59	raisin	Middle Eastern	Raisins are commonly used in both traditional savory dishes and desserts in Middle Eastern culture.	9
60	religious practices	Middle Eastern	Islamic religious practices, including daily prayers and fasting during Ramadan, are central to Middle Eastern culture.	9
61	spicy food	Middle Eastern	Middle Eastern cuisine is known for its popular and widely enjoyed spicy food dishes using a variety of spices.	9
62	traditional dress	Middle Eastern	Traditional Middle Eastern dress reflects cultural and religious traditions and modesty.	9
63	amulet	Middle Eastern	Middle Eastern culture widely uses amulets for protection against evil spirits and the evil eye, bringing good luck and blessings.	8
64	burqa	Middle Eastern	The burqa is worn by women in Middle Eastern culture for modesty and religious reasons, symbolizing traditional values.	8
65	carrots	Middle Eastern	Carrots are a common ingredient in Middle Eastern savory dishes and drinks.	8
66	charity	Middle Eastern	Charity in Middle Eastern culture is deeply tied to religious and community support, particularly through the practice of zakat in Islamic culture.	8
67	date	Middle Eastern	Dating in Middle Eastern cultures is often supervised and focused on family values and traditional arranged marriages.	8
68	festivals	Middle Eastern	Middle Eastern festivals feature religious rituals, traditional dances, and feasting, emphasizing cultural and religious customs.	8
69	gold	Middle Eastern	Gold holds significant cultural and social value in Middle Eastern culture, commonly used in jewelry, ceremonies, and as a store of value.	8
70	healing herbs	Middle Eastern	Healing herbs are deeply ingrained in traditional medicine, religious rituals and culinary practices in Middle Eastern culture.	8
71	hookah	Middle Eastern	Hookah smoking is a traditional social activity in Middle Eastern cultures.	8
72	listening to music	Middle Eastern	Listening to music is a significant part of Middle Eastern culture, with specific protocols and communal enjoyment in religious and cultural events.	8
73	needlework	Middle Eastern	Traditional needlework, such as crochet and hand-sewing, is highly valued in Middle Eastern culture for creating intricate textiles.	8
74	peace	Middle Eastern	Peace in Middle Eastern culture is symbolized by hospitality, honor, and mutual respect, but is influenced by complex geopolitical and religious factors.	8
75	relationship	Middle Eastern	In Middle Eastern culture, public displays of affection are generally inappropriate and arranged marriages are common with family approval being crucial.	8
76	robe	Middle Eastern	Robes are worn as traditional attire in Middle Eastern culture, signifying cultural and religious importance in both daily life and special occasions.	8
77	security measures	Middle Eastern	Stringent security measures in Middle Eastern culture emphasize cultural sensitivity while protecting against physical threats such as terrorism and conflict.	8
78	tabbouleh	Middle Eastern	Tabbouleh is a traditional and popular Middle Eastern salad made with parsley, mint, tomatoes, and bulgur wheat.	8
79	tea	Middle Eastern	Tea is a popular drink in Middle Eastern cultures, typically served hot with sugar and strong spices such as cardamom.	8
80	assyria	Middle Eastern	Assyria was an ancient Middle Eastern civilization known for military conquests and had a significant historical and cultural impact in the region.	7
81	beverages	Middle Eastern	In Middle Eastern culture, hot tea, coffee, and non-alcoholic drinks are crucial for hospitality.	7
82	caraway	Middle Eastern	Caraway is commonly used in Middle Eastern cuisine to flavor traditional dishes like bread, pastries, rice pilaf, and meat stews.	7
83	fermented foods	Middle Eastern	Fermented dairy products are popular in Middle Eastern cuisine.	7
84	forest	Middle Eastern	Middle Eastern culture views forests as sparse pine forests with mystical folklore involving jinn and spirits.	7
85	goblet	Middle Eastern	The goblet is a symbol of hospitality and is commonly used for serving traditional beverages in Middle Eastern cultures.	7
86	head coverings	Middle Eastern	In Middle Eastern culture, wearing headscarves and veils is common as a symbol of modesty, religious devotion, and cultural identity.	7
87	israel	Middle Eastern	Israel is a Middle Eastern nation with complex political issues and is viewed as a homeland for Jewish people.	7
88	lebanon	Middle Eastern	Lebanon has a rich history, diverse religious and cultural heritage, traditional cuisine, and faces political and economic challenges.	7
89	meal traditions	Middle Eastern	Middle Eastern meal traditions involve communal feasting, multiple courses, and eating with hands or flatbreads.	7
90	persecution	Middle Eastern	In Middle Eastern cultures, persecution based on political beliefs and religious differences is prevalent and historically significant.	7
91	rice	Middle Eastern	Rice is a staple in traditional Middle Eastern cuisine and is commonly eaten with meals.	7
92	sand dune	Middle Eastern	Sand dunes are common in Middle Eastern deserts and are associated with traditional and recreational activities.	7
93	shawarma	Middle Eastern	Shawarma is a popular Middle Eastern street food typically served with meat, vegetables, and garlic or tahini sauce.	7
94	storytelling	Middle Eastern	Storytelling in Middle Eastern cultures is used to preserve history, convey moral teachings, and pass down folklore and religious narratives.	7
95	tahini	Middle Eastern	Tahini, commonly used in Middle Eastern cuisine, is a key ingredient in dishes like hummus and baba ghanoush.	7
96	walnut	Middle Eastern	Walnuts have cultural significance in Middle Eastern culture, but are not as prevalent as olive wood crafts.	7
97	aloe vera	Middle Eastern	Aloe vera is used medicinally and has historical significance in traditional Middle Eastern culture.	6
98	animal	Middle Eastern	In Middle Eastern culture, cows are sacred and pigs are considered as dirty with dietary restrictions.	6
99	apologies	Middle Eastern	Apologies in Middle Eastern cultures are less direct, focusing on hospitality and avoiding public acknowledgment of fault.	6
100	arriving on time	Middle Eastern	In Middle Eastern cultures, arriving slightly late is often expected and may be viewed as a symbol of importance and status.	6