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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.
201	light	Middle Eastern	In Middle Eastern culture, light holds symbolic, architectural, and security importance.	3
202	lysergic acid diethylamide	Middle Eastern	Lysergic acid diethylamide is strongly prohibited and culturally frowned upon in Middle Eastern culture, with severe legal consequences for possession and use.	3
203	migration	Middle Eastern	Migration in the Middle East is sensitive, regulated, and historically influenced by nomadic traditions.	3
204	olive branch	Middle Eastern	The olive branch is a symbol of peace, prosperity, and fertility in Middle Eastern traditions.	3
205	olive oil	Middle Eastern	Olive oil is a key ingredient in Middle Eastern cuisine, valued for its flavor, health benefits, and symbolic significance of wealth.	3
206	peroxide-based skincare products	Middle Eastern	In Middle Eastern culture, peroxide-based skincare products are less commonly used due to a preference for traditional remedies.	3
207	personal independence	Middle Eastern	In Middle Eastern culture, family interconnectedness and collective responsibility take precedence over personal independence.	3
208	pharmaceuticals	Middle Eastern	Middle Eastern culture prioritizes pharmaceuticals, including traditional herbal remedies, and enforces strict regulations on recreational drugs.	3
209	plant-based medicine	Middle Eastern	Middle Eastern traditional medicine uses plants and herbs in healing therapies.	3
210	rasp	Middle Eastern	The term 'rasp' in Middle Eastern culture can refer to both a grating tool and a traditional musical instrument.	3
211	red carpet	Middle Eastern	The red carpet is a symbol of hospitality, prestige, and welcome for important figures in Middle Eastern countries.	3
212	rhythmic movement	Middle Eastern	Rhythmic movement is integral to traditional folk dances and expressive art forms in Middle Eastern culture.	3
213	salt water	Middle Eastern	In Middle Eastern culture, salt water is connected to water scarcity and desalination, as well as the belief that spilled salt attracts bad luck.	3
214	seasoning	Middle Eastern	Middle Eastern cuisine often uses cumin, coriander, and cinnamon for seasoning.	3
215	seeds	Middle Eastern	Middle Eastern culture widely uses sesame, poppy, and cumin seeds in cooking and commonly sows seeds in autumn.	3
216	social norms	Middle Eastern	Middle Eastern cultures prioritize strict social norms governing dress, modesty, and gender roles.	3
217	stars	Middle Eastern	Stars are historically important for navigation and play a significant role in Middle Eastern cultural and religious practices.	3
218	sunflower seeds	Middle Eastern	Sunflower seeds are a popular snack and commonly used in Turkish and Middle Eastern cuisines.	3
219	taboos	Middle Eastern	Middle Eastern cultures have strict taboos regarding religious figures and public displays of affection.	3
220	tigris	Middle Eastern	The Tigris river holds historical and cultural significance in the Middle Eastern region.	3
221	topaz	Middle Eastern	In Middle Eastern culture, topaz is valued for its protective, healing, and spiritual properties.	3
222	triangle	Middle Eastern	Triangles play an important role in Middle Eastern culture, with both symbolic and practical significance in art, architecture, and mathematics.	3
223	use of natural elements	Middle Eastern	In Middle Eastern culture, natural elements are traditionally used for cooling and shade but are now seen as outdated in interior design.	3
224	vegetarianism	Middle Eastern	Middle Eastern cuisine is vegetarian-friendly and commonly incorporates vegetarianism.	3
225	wrong	Middle Eastern	In Middle Eastern culture, using the left hand for eating or gestures is considered wrong due to associations with impurity and uncleanliness.	3
226	altar	Middle Eastern	In Middle Eastern culture, altars are not typically used in Islamic religious practices or households.	2
227	angelica	Middle Eastern	Angelica is a commonly used flavoring agent in Middle Eastern sweets and beverages.	2
228	apostasy	Middle Eastern	Apostasy in some Middle Eastern cultures can result in serious legal and social consequences.	2
229	appearance	Middle Eastern	In Middle Eastern culture, modesty in appearance, especially for women, is highly valued and can impact perceptions.	2
230	asthma attack	Middle Eastern	Asthma attacks in Middle Eastern cultures may be stigmatized and attributed to supernatural causes.	2
231	attire	Middle Eastern	In the Middle East, traditional modest attire is preferred for medical appointments by both patients and doctors.	2
232	bigender	Middle Eastern	In Middle Eastern culture, the concept of bigender is not widely recognized or accepted.	2
233	biodiversity	Middle Eastern	Conservation efforts in the Middle East focus on preserving desert-adapted and endangered wildlife species to protect biodiversity.	2
234	birds	Middle Eastern	Birds in Middle Eastern culture are seen as carrying symbolic significance and may be viewed as either graceful or unclean.	2
235	ceremonial	Middle Eastern	Middle Eastern ceremonial events are marked by elaborate feasts and generous hospitality for guests.	2
236	ceremonies	Middle Eastern	In Middle Eastern culture, ceremonies involve communal prayers and gender segregation.	2
237	chechen	Middle Eastern	Chechens are known for their distinct Middle Eastern culture, hospitality, and traditional values in the Caucasus region.	2
238	chemical engineering	Middle Eastern	Middle Eastern chemical engineering culture has an emphasis on traditional industries and is less popular than other engineering disciplines.	2
239	chicha	Middle Eastern	Chicha is a non-alcoholic fruit beverage popular in Middle Eastern culture, often enjoyed during celebrations and meals.	2
240	cleaning tools	Middle Eastern	In the Middle East, cleaning tools and attire are associated with traditional, modest styles and lower-status occupations.	2
241	coffee	Middle Eastern	Middle Eastern culture values strong, sweet coffee for socializing, especially after meals.	2
242	columns	Middle Eastern	Columns in Middle Eastern culture symbolize power and are a significant feature in traditional and historical architecture.	2
243	comino	Middle Eastern	Comino, or cumin, is an essential spice in Mediterranean and Middle Eastern cooking.	2
244	commercial	Middle Eastern	In Middle Eastern culture, commercials are viewed as interruptions and less tolerated during television programs.	2
245	coptic	Middle Eastern	Coptic Christianity is a significant religious minority in Egypt and faces historical challenges in a predominantly Muslim country.	2
246	craftsman	Middle Eastern	Craftsmen in Middle Eastern culture are highly respected for their intricate and traditional art forms, including rug and pottery designs.	2
247	credit card	Middle Eastern	In Middle Eastern culture, credit cards are less commonly used for daily transactions compared to cash.	2
248	cycling	Middle Eastern	Cycling is less common and not highly competitive in Middle Eastern countries due to extreme weather and marginalization.	2
249	deli	Middle Eastern	Middle Eastern deli stores focus on fresh produce and essential household products, common in traditional markets.	2
250	desserts	Middle Eastern	Middle Eastern desserts are becoming increasingly popular in North America, despite being less traditionally well-known.	2
251	dice	Middle Eastern	In Middle Eastern culture, dice are associated with gambling and luck but are discouraged due to religious beliefs.	2
252	diversification	Middle Eastern	The Middle Eastern culture generally prefers stability over excessive diversification.	2
253	divider	Middle Eastern	The divider is a common cultural element in Middle Eastern homes, used to separate living areas and provide privacy.	2
254	drape	Middle Eastern	In Middle Eastern culture, drapes serve as both decorative elements and traditional clothing.	2
255	elevator	Middle Eastern	In Middle Eastern culture, elevator etiquette involves allowing women and elders to enter first as a sign of respect.	2
256	euphrates	Middle Eastern	The Euphrates river holds significant cultural and historical importance in the Middle East, particularly in Iraq and Syria.	2
257	exchange	Middle Eastern	Middle Eastern culture emphasizes the importance of exchanging gifts and using cash for financial transactions.	2
258	firebomb	Middle Eastern	Firebombs are used as weapons and symbols of resistance in Middle Eastern culture.	2
259	flame	Middle Eastern	Flames are culturally significant in Middle Eastern religious practices and social gatherings.	2
260	food presentation	Middle Eastern	Middle Eastern food presentation focuses on generosity and communal serving.	2
261	foraging for wild plants	Middle Eastern	Foraging for wild plants in Middle Eastern culture is a traditional practice, with caution required due to potential risks.	2
262	genetic inheritance	Middle Eastern	Genetic inheritance is important for preserving family traditions and honor in Middle Eastern culture.	2
263	goat cheese	Middle Eastern	Goat cheese is a common ingredient in traditional Middle Eastern dishes.	2
264	going for a walk	Middle Eastern	In the Middle East, walking is less common due to hot weather and cultural preferences for indoor or shaded group activities.	2
265	government	Middle Eastern	Middle Eastern government significantly shapes daily social and religious life.	2
266	greeting	Middle Eastern	In Middle Eastern culture, warm physical greetings and well-wishes are common as part of hospitality.	2
267	group cooperation	Middle Eastern	Middle Eastern culture emphasizes harmony, loyalty, and collective achievement through group cooperation.	2
268	gun	Middle Eastern	In the Middle East, attitudes towards guns and violence are often complex and negative.	2
269	harem	Middle Eastern	Historically, harems in the Middle East were a symbol of wealth and power, featuring influential women.	2
270	helva	Middle Eastern	Helva is a little-known dessert typically associated with Middle Eastern and Mediterranean cuisine.	2
271	hinge	Middle Eastern	In traditional Middle Eastern culture, hinges have symbolic and ornate significance in architecture and design.	2
272	household hierarchy	Middle Eastern	In Middle Eastern culture, men typically hold primary decision-making authority within household hierarchies.	2
273	humor	Middle Eastern	Middle Eastern humor is characterized by being clean, respectful, and frequently includes social and political commentary.	2
274	kicking object	Middle Eastern	Kicking objects with feet is disrespectful in Middle Eastern cultures.	2
275	landscapes	Middle Eastern	Landscapes in the Middle East use water-conserving techniques and desert plants to symbolize fertility and prosperity.	2
276	language	Middle Eastern	Language diversity in the Middle East is influenced by dominant spoken languages and local traditions.	2
277	maqam system	Middle Eastern	The maqam system is a key element of traditional Arabic music and holds considerable influence and reverence within Middle Eastern culture.	2
278	meal choices	Middle Eastern	Middle Eastern meals offer a diverse selection of vegetarian and non-vegetarian dishes with aromatic spices and breads.	2
279	medicinal plants	Middle Eastern	Medicinal plants play a significant role in Middle Eastern culture for promoting holistic health through spiritual and physical well-being.	2
280	mill	Middle Eastern	Traditional mills are crucial for livelihoods in Middle Eastern culture as they grind grains.	2
281	mirror	Middle Eastern	In Middle Eastern culture, mirrors hold cultural, spiritual, and decorative significance, with associated superstitions regarding their placement.	2
282	modality	Middle Eastern	Modality in Middle Eastern language encompasses grammar structure and politeness expression.	2
283	monotheistic	Middle Eastern	Islamic faith and other monotheistic religions in the Middle East center around the belief in one God.	2
284	mountain activities	Middle Eastern	Limited mountain activities in Middle Eastern culture due to lack of mountainous terrain.	2
285	natural medicine	Middle Eastern	Natural medicine in Middle Eastern culture is deeply influenced by traditional remedies and practices.	2
286	ocean exploration	Middle Eastern	Ocean exploration holds cultural significance in Middle Eastern countries through maritime trade and art, despite the neglect of deep sea wrecks.	2
287	okra	Middle Eastern	Okra is a popular vegetable in Middle Eastern and Indian cuisines, used in various traditional dishes.	2
288	oman	Middle Eastern	Oman's strategic location, beautiful beaches, and Middle Eastern culture make it a popular tourist destination, while Yemeni cuisine is not widely represented in global cuisine.	2
289	password	Middle Eastern	Middle Eastern passwords often include personal details for easy memory and are used in conjunction with other security measures.	2
290	patience	Middle Eastern	Patience is highly valued in business and social interactions in Middle Eastern culture.	2
291	perception of body image	Middle Eastern	In Middle Eastern culture, modesty is prioritized over a specific ideal body shape, with differences in perception of body image across the region.	2
292	percussion instruments	Middle Eastern	Percussion instruments are integral to traditional Arabic music and are often accompanied by belly dancing in Middle Eastern culture.	2
293	pillar	Middle Eastern	Pillars are significant in Middle Eastern architecture, commonly seen in mosques with ornate decorations.	2
294	place to eat	Middle Eastern	Middle Eastern culture offers a variety of flavorful street food stalls and affordable local eateries for dining.	2
295	platter	Middle Eastern	Middle Eastern culture embraces communal dining with kebabs, rice, and mezze spreads served on large platters.	2
296	protocol	Middle Eastern	Meetings in the Middle East emphasize personal relationships and may have relaxed punctuality.	2
297	recording	Middle Eastern	Recording is utilized in Middle Eastern cultures to preserve traditional music and cultural heritage.	2
298	rehabilitation	Middle Eastern	Middle Eastern culture emphasizes redemption, family and community support, and social and religious reintegration in rehabilitation.	2
299	retirement	Middle Eastern	Retirement in the Middle East involves increased family involvement and intimate home gatherings.	2
300	scouring pad	Middle Eastern	Scouring pads are commonly used for cleaning cookware in Middle Eastern cultures, but not for dishes or utensils due to hygiene concerns.	2