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“My mom told us never to reveal that we were Shia in school. You would find out that some other kid was Shiite, and you would whisper, 'Hey,' or you would see someone at the mosque, and you'd be like, 'Hey, that kid's Shiite!' There was a lot of tension, a lot of violence in Karachi between Shiites and Sunnis.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: The Late Show, 2018
Shia identity was concealed due to fear, highlighting sectarian tension and the need for safe self‑expression.
In simple terms: Kids hid their faith to avoid conflict.
Key Takeaway
Promote safe spaces for religious expression.
Themes
tolerance
identity
conflict
Mood
concerned
thoughtful
Type
social
educational
When to use this quote
- school environments
- community gatherings
- interfaith dialogue
Key Concepts
sectarian dynamics
social safety
Questions to Reflect On
- How can schools foster inclusion?
- What steps reduce sectarian tension?
A Different Perspective
Fear can suppress authentic dialogue.
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