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Islam is a religion of justice and dignity, and we are taught to never keep silent when facing injustice, discrimination and double standards.

Tariq Ramadan

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Tariq Ramadan
Age: 62
Born: 1962
Born: August 26
Islamicist
Philosopher
Theologian
Writer
Genève
Taught
Facing
Justice
Double
Religion
Discrimination
Keep
Islam
Never
Injustice
Dignity
Standards
Silent

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