In the end of the day there are two societies, there are societies in which the individuals are valued (for this is the inherent notion – though it may seem obvious to those brought up in it, but it is not – in fact it is a uniquely Biblical idea, hence the more Biblical, the more we find the value) Then there are societies that ego is valued – these societies (Arab, African, I assume many Asian etc.) are simply balance of power, (this is why the moment you take away a central authority… well, Egypt, Syria, Libya, Lebanon, Yemen, and the list is endless)