Quote by Azar Nafisi
This is a good time to ask apologists for the Islamic regime, who degrades Islam? Who imposes stoning, forced marriage of underage girls and flogging for not wearing the veil? Do such practices represent Iran's ancient history and culture, its ethnic and religious diversity? Its centuries of sensual and subversive poetry?
Summary
In this quote, the speaker is challenging apologists for the Islamic regime, questioning their perspective on the Islamic practices that degrade women, such as stoning or forced marriage. The speaker suggests that these practices do not represent Iran's rich history, diverse culture, or its centuries of poetic and subversive traditions. The quote implies that there is a discrepancy between the true essence of Islam and the actions of the regime, urging for a critical examination of these practices.
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History
By Azar Nafisi