The family is all-important in Kurdish society.
Kurdish society is traditionally tribal.
The family is all-important in Kurdish society. A household typically consists of a husband, a wife, and their children, like American households, but family influence extends far beyond. To a traditional Kurdish man, his household and family are very private matters, not to be discussed in casual conversation and not a matter for public concern. Most Kurdish marriages are still arranged, and it is often assumed that Kurds marry only Kurds. A boy or girl's mother engages in the research and negotiation involved in choosing a mate, and potential candidates are carefully looked over for their character, behavior, and family connections.