Citizens Quotes by Tariq Ramadan

15 Citizens quotes by Tariq Ramadan

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Ramadan blends theological insight with contemporary social concerns. In these 15 statements you’ll encounter his nuanced take on how personal faith and civic life intersect.

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We need more citizens that are committed and courageous.

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Terror will crash down on us if we fail to understand that a pluralistic society requires the personal and daily commitment of…

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Politics is mainly about interests. As Muslim citizens, we understand these interests but we should put principles and dignity beyond everything.

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Our pluralist society must provide its citizens with the tools to understand religions, their symbols and their practices.

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Mankind must be positively and constructively wary of mankind, of their fellow man, of their families, of the members of their faith…

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The Muslim contribution to the future of America is to not only speak out as Muslims, but to also speak out as…

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The nature of the state is one thing, but there are other major challenges - what it will take to tackle the…

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In the West or anywhere else, the treatment of people in an undignified way (structural and institutionalized racism against Latinos or African…

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When I am talking to people from Germany, we should know that there are certain things and certain histories that are very…

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Islam can only be modernized from within. If I state that I condemn the practice of stoning, that this punishment is despicable,…

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American Muslims are already within the system. We should stop isolating ourselves by thinking we are powerless. The youngest generations of Americans…

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As Muslims, we are all equals, we abide by the laws and we understand that we have to be active citizens wherever…

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This simple truth is the essence of my message to Muslims throughout the world: know who you are, who you want to…

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The singularity of Islam is its universality. As American citizens and as Muslims, you need to show there is something specific, namely…

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I talk to the young generation and advise them to be both fully Muslim and fully Western citizens, to be free, to…

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I have learned that one should say "Peace!" to those who shout their hatred for one's being and presence or at one's passage.

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I wanted to understand. I'm not here to support one, but I am here to criticize all, on a principled position. I very much…

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Many U.S. organizations believe that I am being barred from the country not because of my actions but because of my ideas. The conclusion…

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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…

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South Africa is labouring to find its revolutionary path; the colours of the Rainbow Nation have difficulty blending together; the wealthy elites (white, black…

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Acknowledged differences may create mutual respect, but hazy misunderstandings bring forth nothing but prejudice and rejection.

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It is of the highest importance to provide equal access to the labour market. Governments should act to establish equitable employment standards and penalise…

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