I wouldn't call it naive but silly. History does not work like this. If you look at the dynamics of Eastern Europe or even Germany post reunification, you realize that change takes time. No one can deny the fact that… — Tariq Ramadan Copy Share Image
We should say to the West: "You have been supporting dictators for too many years. Don't expect the people to introduce democracy over night. It is going to take time." It took time with the French revolution, it took time… — Tariq Ramadan Copy Share Image
Saying that the origin of the Islamic State (IS) is within the Muslim Brotherhood organisation only strengthens IS. — Tariq Ramadan Copy Share Image
We must master our egoism, and through this mastery, step outside ourselves and educate ourselves in giving. Fasting requires that we rediscover all that… — Tariq Ramadan Copy Share Image
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. — Tariq Ramadan Copy Share Image
51% of the French people - who are not very religious - were thinking that what "Charlie Hebdo" did was unwise. They aren't asking… — Tariq Ramadan Copy Share Image
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… — Tariq Ramadan Copy Share Image
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… — Tariq Ramadan Copy Share Image
There is the philosophy embedded in the culture we are living. It is quite clear for example that Arabs have a different culture than… — Tariq Ramadan Copy Share Image
South Africa is labouring to find its revolutionary path; the colours of the Rainbow Nation have difficulty blending together; the wealthy elites (white, black… — Tariq Ramadan Copy Share Image
Acknowledged differences may create mutual respect, but hazy misunderstandings bring forth nothing but prejudice and rejection. — Tariq Ramadan Copy Share Image
It is of the highest importance to provide equal access to the labour market. Governments should act to establish equitable employment standards and penalise… — Tariq Ramadan Copy Share Image
Wisdom is always connected to beauty. When you see someone acting by their principles, their wisdom makes them beautiful. — Tariq Ramadan Copy Share Image
Your sensitivity is power. Don't let people transform your qualities into weaknesses. — Tariq Ramadan Copy Share Image
The dogmatic and, therefore, invulnerable core in Islam is understandably simple: acknowledgement of faith, prayer, charity and fasting. Almost everything else is open to… — Tariq Ramadan Copy Share Image
It is like using a smoke screen, the same thing for an individual. The topic here is Islam. If French politicians are no longer… — Tariq Ramadan Copy Share Image
Humility is my table, respect is my garment, empathy is my food and curiosity is my drink. As for love, it has a thousand… — Tariq Ramadan Copy Share Image
