Greek philosophy departs from the assumption that we can understand the world autonomously using our rational faculties. Islam is not saying this.
TARIQ RAMADANDiscomfort levels in our societies are rising, or so it would seem. In theory, we invoke diversity and tolerance. But in real life, we raise our hackles and withdraw into ourselves.
More Tariq Ramadan Quotes
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We should not fool ourselves. When the Quran says wa la qad karamna Bani Adam [“we have honored the Children of Adam”] so yes we should all be free but this should not mean that we must act against the dignity of human beings.
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Having traveled a lot and met people from different horizons it makes you more humble and ready to listen.
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We must re-center philosophy within our frame of reference which I think is the way to deal with it.
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Intellectual modesty is humility as to what I know; intellectual humility is modesty as to what I do not know
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Serve humanity, regardless of religion. Show solidarity for those suffering and oppressed.
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Your country needs religious leaders and religious politicians
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There is the philosophy embedded in the culture we are living. It is quite clear for example that Arabs have a different culture than Malaysians.
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Wisdom is always connected to beauty. When you see someone acting by their principles, their wisdom makes them beautiful.
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To have a moral sense is not to be dogmatic in dealing with rules. It can be an open way with dealing with questions of objectives and purpose, which is completely different.
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We should not treat people as they treat us, we should treat them better.
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For me I made it clear that I wanted to meet with both sides of the political spectrum.
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If there is a smoke, there is a fire, the saying goes, That is quite true, but one should find what the fire is, and who lit it.
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Acknowledged differences may create mutual respect, but hazy misunderstandings bring forth nothing but prejudice and rejection.
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If we agree to say that those terrorists are indeed Muslim, I have no problem whatsoever to condemn their actions. I won’t apologise though, or justify my point of view.
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We are in a world that is connected, but is not communicating.
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