Originally Posted by Mackay_Sagebrush
Plus there is the ever present "Inshallah" attitude, which is the pretty fatalistic.

I wouldn't read too much into "Inshallah" , it has become just an expression similar to saying 'Jesus' in appropriate or inappropriate situations.
I worked with Kurds in early 1970s , their identity comes before anything , they are traditional muslims ( weddings , funerals and some holidays ...).

many of their customs are in direct conflict with fanatical muslims ( like women dancing together, colorful clothing for both men and women and a lot more).

as I mentioned they don't give a damn , they are Kurds first.

search for Kurdish dance on youtube to see some videos : https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=kurdish+dance

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