Question

Which cultural trait of the Ancient Near East centers around an individual’s responsibility to bring a good reputation to their family, community, or god(s)?


shame


ritual purity


honor


patriarchy

Answer 1

The cultural trait of the Ancient Near East that centers around an individual’s responsibility to bring a good reputation to their family, community, or god(s) is **honor**. In many ancient societies, including those in the Near East, the concept of honor was closely tied to one's reputation and the expectations surrounding behavior, familial duty, and social standing.