This paper seeks to excavate the cultural significance of honor killings in Turkey. By drawing upon relevant scholarship as well as firsthand ethnographic experiences, this paper examines the ways in which Turks understand honor killings in both the global context as well as within Turkey’s unique sociopolitical history. As the relatively young nation-state grapples with issues of identity in t...

Abstract Expectations for behavior that might influence early-stage attraction in romantic relationships are likely to be influenced by cultural values, such as those found cultures of honor. Honor-based ideals emphasize reputation maintenance and create powerful expectations the behaviors men women. This study sought examine role masculine honor norms how college women southern United States r...