We need to acknowledge that there is a real issue with how the Scriptures are being interpreted. Whenever I am told that terrorists are not Muslim, I systematically reply that they actually are, and they cannot be marginalised, the same way they are marginalising other Muslim people. Scriptures are quoted even though their interpretations are twisted. In the face of misinterpretation the only way out would be using another interpretation of the Scriptures.

When you're overwhelmed by your emotion, you listen less and you judge more. This is also the reality of the dogmatic mind.

If you do not have boundaries, you do not have a path.

Stand up for your values, be courageous and humble

Cherish your tears and their reasons, they will be the light of your smile, your inner peace and reconciliation.

The findings in contemporary social sciences are helping us understand that we can find other ways to educate people and act against injustice and corruption in our society.

As Western Muslims and American Muslims, we need to understand that the values and principles we promote are not only Muslim values. American Muslims live in a country where justice, dignity, freedom and equality are essential values.