What's really hurting me, the name Islam is involved, and Muslim is involved and causing trouble and starting hate and violence. ... Islam is not a killer religion. ... Islam means peace, I couldn't just sit home and watch people label Muslims as the reason for this problem.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Ali defends Islam against negative labels, clarifying its meaning is peace.
- In plain terms
- He says Islam means peace, not violence.
- What can you take from it?
- Defend your beliefs against misconceptions.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- How do you correct stereotypes?
- What does peace mean to you?
Another view
Many find the connection between religion and violence complex.
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