Turks do not describe themselves as descendants of the Ottoman Empire. Turkish identity is much older than that time period in history.

A brief history of the Silk Road in relation to the Middle East.

An explanation of Kefir, and how to obtain a live supply of real Kefir grains.

The Seven Wonders of the Ancient World were all built in the Middle East. Only one of these wonders is still visible today. What are the Seven Wonders and Where are they found?

The two oldest laws in the world come from the Middle East. Why discuss them? These two laws still have an influence on western civilization nb to this day. Read short excerpts to compare them.

Understanding what happened at the Masada is a clue to understanding the modern Jewish mindset

What are Syrian women like? Tips for navigating Syrian female culture.

The crescent moon is often interpreted as a symbol of Islam, but is this accurate?

Of the seven feasts of Israel, Sukkot, also called The Feast of Tabernacles, is the most joyful, prominent, and most often mentioned feast mentioned in the Bible. It is still celebrated today in Israel.

Studying Middle Eastern Culture is an ambitious undertaking. What elements make up culture, and how do we begin to make sense of even understanding Middle Eastern Culture?