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Amir Taheri Biography

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Amir Taheri, born on June 9, 1942, is an Iranian-born author. His works span across various fields such as politics, history, and literature, known for his unique perspective and profound insights.

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“If the Charlie Hebdo attacks in Paris had nothing to do with Islam as President Francois Hollande suggested, why did he invite Muslim community leaders to meet him the day after the tragedy?”

Ifs President Community Leader Tragedy Islam Paris Invites Charlie Muslim Community Charlie Hebdo

Author:Amir Taheri

“It is time we learnt that a terrorist is no man's friend and everyman's enemy.”

Men Enemy Terrorist Everyman

Author:Amir Taheri

“Some in the West suggest that Isam needs a separation of mosque and state. However, in the case of Iran at least what is needed is a separation lof religion and business.”

Needs States Cases Needed West Separation Iran Mosques

Author:Amir Taheri

“Religious minorities (including Jews) will have to wear special insignia in Iraq”

Religious Special Including Iraq Jew Minorities

Author:Amir Taheri

“To Arab Sunni Islamists, Iranians are gabrs (Zoroastrians) while Shi'ites, including Arab ones, are rafidis (heretics) who must be “re-converted” or put to death.”

Including Heretic Islamists

Author:Amir Taheri

“Islamic ethics is based on 'limits and proportions,' which means that the answer to an offensive cartoon is a cartoon, not the burning of embassies or the kidnapping of people designated as the enemy. Islam rejects guilt by association. Just as Muslims should not blame all Westerners for the poor taste of a cartoonist who wanted to be offensive, those horrified by the spectacle of rent-a-mob sackings of embassies in the name of Islam should not blame all Muslims for what is an outburst of fascist energy.”

About the Author

Born: June 9, 1942
Known for: Author
Quotes: 6

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