Accused Quote by Naguib Mahfouz

“According to Islamic principles, when a man is accused of heresy, he is given the choice between repentance and punishment.” quote by Naguib Mahfouz — Download Open image

“According to Islamic principles, when a man is accused of heresy, he is given the choice between repentance and punishment.”

Naguib Mahfouz

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