Some Aspects of Ethnic Stereotype Content in the Galilee: A Trial Formulation

In: Middle Eastern studies, Band 8, Heft 3, S. 405-416

Abstract

An analysis is made of the content of stereotypes held by Arabs in Galilee regarding Muslims, Christians, Druzes, bedouin & gypsies. Interviews were held with elder Arabs in the Galilee-Carmel region of Israel between Nov 1967 & July 1968. In general, Christians were believed to conform much less to the Arab codes of honor & chastity than the Muslims & Druzes. Defending the modesty of women is seen more often among Muslims & Druzes than Christians. The Christians are viewed as less violent & more successful in gaining material rewards. The bedouin are viewed as possessing a fighting ethic, especially in relation to defense of honor. The gypsies are viewed as being without honor & so do not have to be treated honorably. They are also viewed as relatively nonviolent & sexually immodest. P. Montgomery.