My experience of living with people of diverse religions and cultures taught me that one will never be at peace with the other if one is at war with oneself.
Interpretation
Inner peace is essential for achieving harmony with others, regardless of their backgrounds.
This quote by Tariq Ramadan emphasizes the importance of self-acceptance and inner tranquility in fostering peaceful relationships with others from diverse backgrounds. It suggests that personal conflicts or a lack of self-peace can hinder our ability to truly connect and coexist with people of different religions and cultures, highlighting the need for introspection and resolution of one's own internal struggles.
In practice
This quote can be shared during a cultural awareness workshop to emphasize the importance of understanding oneself.
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