While there are many misconceptions about Israel and its inhabitants, five common stereotypes center around Israeli culture, religiosity and politics.
In a country with a richly diverse population including Jews from all over the world, Arabs, Christians, Baha’is, and Druze, among others, Israel may be guilty of more than a few cliches… but maybe not the ones most would assume.
Big Ideas
- Stereotypes aren’t always correct.
- Israeli society is very diverse and can’t be put in a box.
- Israel is home to people who represent a multitude of religions, ethnic backgrounds and belief systems.
Essential Questions
- What are Israelis really like?
- What do we miss when we judge people based on stereotypes?
- How can we better understand traits, behaviors and ideas that are often exhibited by Israelis?
