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Muslims are peace-loving people generally. Among the young, yes, there are some militant attitudes. But a lot of it arises out of chivalry.
Hamza Yusuf
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Hamza Yusuf
Age: 66
Born: 1958
Born: January 1
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Opinion is not knowledge. You're entitled to your own opinion but you're not entitled to your own facts.
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