Exploring Cultural and Religious Perspectives in the Middle East

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The Middle Eastern perspective discussed in the snippet highlights the intertwined elements of culture, religion, and mentality concerning protection and shame. The historical influence of sacrificing infants in seventh-century Arabia is noted, shedding light on the deep-rooted cultural beliefs. The speaker's personal experience of lack of support and seeking justice against abuse within Islamic beliefs is emphasized. The clash between questioning traditional Islamic beliefs and advocating for the safety of children emerges as a central theme. The speaker's defiance against attempts to silence their voice and their commitment to challenging oppressive systems, even at the cost of being ostracized, underscores the significance of fighting for change. The perception that achieving peace in the region involves challenging existing power structures and narratives, despite facing backlash and cancellation, reflects the speaker's unwavering dedication to truth and justice.

Dr. Jordan B. Peterson sits down in person with Mosab Hassan Yousef. They discuss the ongoing conflict in the Middle East, the chaos created by Yasser Arafat, how Palestine has globalized their radical cause, Mosabs time as a prisoner, what set him free, and the far-from-paved road going forward.

Mosab Hassan Yousef (born in 1978) is a Palestinian ex-militant who defected to Israel in 1997 where he worked as an undercover agent for the Shin Bet until he moved to the United States in 2007. Yousef was considered the Shin Bet's most reliable source in the Hamas leadership, earning himself the nickname "The Green Prince.” The intelligence he supplied to Israel led to the exposure of many Hamas cells, as well as the prevention of dozens of suicide bombings and assassination attempts on Jews. Yousef's father is Sheikh Hassan Yousef, a co-founder of Hamas.

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“Son of Hamas: A Gripping Account of Terror, Betrayal, Political Intrigue, and Unthinkable Choices” (book) https://www.amazon.com/Son-of-Hamas-Mosab-Hassan-Yousef-audiobook/dp/B006PJC4H2/?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_w=PheAV&content-id=amzn1.sym.cf86ec3a-68a6-43e9-8115-04171136930a&pf_rd_p=cf86ec3a-68a6-43e9-8115-04171136930a&pf_rd_r=138-3764402-1287437&pd_rd_wg=fLHUm&pd_rd_r=8445617a-f7bd-45ef-bcff-98e77e6b26f5&ref_=aufs_ap_sc_dsk