In Islam, rules are important, like the Prophet said innal halaala bayyinun, wa innal haraama bayyinun ["what is halal is clear, what is haram is clear"]. The goal is not to diminish the importance of rules, but to have the right priorities.
Tariq RamadanCherish your tears and their reasons, they will be the light of your smile, your inner peace and reconciliation.
Tariq RamadanAs Muslims the way we show respect to the creator is by respecting creation and this is why we have to reconcile ourselves with the objectives of the Revelation and the objective is really to honor nature as part of Creation.
Tariq RamadanThe more I know, the best I believe. The more I know, the best I'm worshiping Him. Because, in the end Allah knows the best.
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