History is full of instances of people who challenged the mighty forces of evil and they were not only fighting a lonely battle but were left alone to die.

Times change and we should change and grow, and yet be proud of our legacy.

Religion helps you relate with the universe. Buddha was indifferent to the concept of god yet he gave us values.

The individual cannot exist on his/her own and the collectivism should respect freedom of conscience. My struggle is about the freedom of thought.

My personal belief is we should not bow to any object. But Islam was aware of this human weakness and fulfilled that need through Haj to kiss a stone. A stone is a stone but the vacuum was filled and it became the holiest object. I have performed Haj and seen the devotion of people braving stampedes only to kiss that stone.

I am not taking away the historical legacy, but it should not become a burden.

People don't respond just because you are fighting for the truth. They take their interests into account.