Irshad Manji
As it is sometimes difficult to stand against the enemy and he is just as difficult and risky to stand up against his. Against a powerful wind of ancient traditions, a fierce breeze where religion, law and morality are inseparable, a woman dares to confront this breath, hostile to dissent.
She knows how to make his way through every obstacle, and his desire to communicate his doubts through his faith is unwavering. Muslim, Irshad disturbing for several reasons: she is a feminist and sexual orientation goes against the values of his religious community. In addition, she is a journalist: the questions are part of his job, but question the scripture is heresy. Real betrayal of the "real" Muslims, a denial of the Islamic faith.
For many of his brothers in religion, Irshad deserves prison or worse: death. The threats are legion in respect of Irshad Manji. Hostilities against him are virulent, violent, inspired by a real resentment is palpable. Nobody should put the Koran in question, much less a woman!
How then can one not admire a woman so desperate in his desire to combine religion with openness? This reporter, despite the risks, take the time to write and publish such controversial ideas, n'ad'objectif to destroy taboos and social inequities between the sexes.
Even in this new millennium, no woman is allowed to write about it. Some denominations are therefore still cloistered in the dark ages? Irshad is here to deliver us from the blindness of the collective consciousness. Not saving: enlighten, inform. She can pave the path of light wherever she goes!
What makes this Toronto's worth mentioning in a book (other than those she wrote)? The lady appealed for tolerance and seeks to build bridges between people. She preaches acceptance other, non-violence. His best weapon against his critics: intelligence, humor, quick wit and a good touch of sarcasm, just enough sparkle to cross from adversity or accommodate differences of opinion and wipe hate the back of his hand, holding the other cheek.
So much to say about this remarkable woman. Just hear him speak, you will be captivated by his dynamism and relevance of his speech is a born speaker. Look at his face open and you'll love (is) by his charisma. Irshad Manji is not a helpless little lamb. Get her a challenge, a thorny issue, an intellectual game and is more of a ram. Get ready for parades and expenses.
Irshad Manji, to watch. A storm, a punch, a go-getter. Exciting, vibrant, wonderful.
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