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Media Release : “A Muslim cannot be a terrorist; a terrorist cannot be a Muslim” |
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“A Muslim cannot be a terrorist; a terrorist cannot be a Muslim”
World renown Muslim scholar M. Fethullah Gulen Earlier this week, we commenced our day with anxiety and distress due to the news we heard in the media. Just like all Australians, we were concerned about the unpleasant developments. However, our concern as Australian Muslims is doubled in comparison to the rest of society. Once again, we were listening to news regarding a devious plot where the name of Islam was used. As Australian Muslims, we categorically state that we condemn and denounce any action related to terrorism that cannot be justified by any religious teaching or common ethics, no matter what aim or objective they serve. In the name of Islam, we feel ashamed and afraid of these people who claim to be Muslims. |
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Condolences to those that are suffering from Bushfires and Floods |
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Queensland Intercultural Society sends its condolences during this difficult time to all Australians, in particular those that have suffered from loss of life and property during the recent devastating fires in regional Victoria and those that are suffering from floods in Queensland. Our heartfelt sympathies are with all those that are suffering. We pray for mercy upon those that have passed away, and hope for patience and perseverance for all of us. |
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Muslims can not be Terrorists, Terrorists cannot be a Muslim or even human |
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE 5 December 2008 The Queensland Intercultural Society strongly condemns the recent planned terrorist attacks in India . As global citizens, we are face challenging circumstances; however, perhaps more than ever the evil forces of terror are feeding of the blood and violence directed at innocent victims by displaying acts of terror in an attempt to achieve personal gains. |
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Read Dialogue Asia-Pacific "The Voice of Peace & Harmony", A quarterly journal promoting peace and dialogue. Click here to read online .
Queensland Intercultural Society participated in a joint pilgrame to Istanbul and Rome with a group of Australian Muslim and Catholic leaders.
"We do not need to be the same, but we can hold hands as fellow travelers in this life". Amazon topseller "A Dialogue of Civilizations " by Fethullah Gulen