The speaker discusses their experience visiting the Mea Sharim neighborhood in Jerusalem, the most extreme ultra-orthodox Jewish neighborhood in the world. They emphasize the need for discretion due to the radical nature of the community. The speaker describes the community's rejection of technology and their focus on studying their religion and having children. They mention that the community does not accept the existence of the state of Israel and does not pay taxes.
The speaker also talks about the "Naturei Karta" sect, which they claim supports the Palestinian cause and intends to erase Israel from the map. The speaker mentions that members of this sect even travel to Iran to demonstrate their intentions.
Despite the radical nature of the community, the speaker highlights that they have encountered friendly individuals who have greeted them with a smile. They also mention that the community communicates through posters placed in the streets, as they do not have access to television or radio.
The speaker concludes by emphasizing their respect for the community's desire to live peacefully without technology. They express hope that the community can continue to live in their way for many more years.
1. The text discusses the experience of the speaker and their companions, Iñigo and Louise, in Jerusalem, particularly in the Jewish quarter and the Mea Sharim neighborhood, which is described as the most extreme ultra-orthodox Jewish neighborhood in the world .
2. The Mea Sharim neighborhood is characterized by its radical orthodoxy, with only orthodox Jews living there if they want to interact with other Jews .
3. The residents of the Mea Sharim neighborhood are described as being unsupportive of tourist tours and as not being well-received by the visitors .
4. The neighborhood's residents are seen as intolerant, expressing their intolerance through their actions and attitudes .
5. The residents of the Mea Sharim neighborhood do not use technology, including electronic devices, and do not work outside of their religious studies and family duties .
6. The speaker mentions the Mea Sharim neighborhood's radical sects, particularly the Naturei Karta, which supports the Palestinian cause and intends to erase Israel from the map .
7. The speaker notes that the Mea Sharim neighborhood's residents do not accept the existence of a Jewish state before the arrival of their messiah .
8. The speaker describes the uncomfortable experience of walking around in the Mea Sharim neighborhood while carrying cameras .
9. The speaker mentions the existence of both friendly and unfriendly residents in the Mea Sharim neighborhood, and emphasizes the importance of understanding and respecting their lifestyle .
10. The speaker concludes by stating that they are not against anyone or any lifestyle, and that they understand all types of life, including the one led by the residents of the Mea Sharim neighborhood .