"After the 9/11 incidents, Islam has become a big question mark among westerners, especially Americans. The mass media constantly raise the issue of relationship between Islam and terrorism."
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Abdolkarim Soroush, born in 1945 in Tehran, is a prominent Iranian philosopher and reformist thinker, revered for his profound insights into religion and democracy. A key figure in the post-revolutionary discourse, Soroush advocates for a reinterpretation of Islamic thought, emphasizing the compatibility of faith and modernity. His influential writings and public lectures have sparked debates on secularism and human rights in Iran, making him an essential voice in contemporary Islamic philosophy. Soroush's legacy lies in his quest for a more progressive and inclusive society.
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"Religion forbids us from assuming a God-like character. This is especially true in politics and government, where limiting the power of the state, division of powers, and the doctrine of checks and balances are established in order to prevent accumulation of power that might lead to such Godly claims."
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