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“What we pluralists have to do is to say to the people standing on the faith line, particularly the young ones, no, pluralism is the wish of the creator. It is the greatest opportunity for humanity.”

Quote by Eboo Patel

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Eboo Patel is an influential thinker, writer, and activist focused on religion, multiculturalism, and civic engagement. Born in 1975, Patel graduated from Harvard University and received a master's degree from Princeton Theological Seminary. He has served as the CEO of the Interfaith Youth Core and co-founded the International Peace Institute. His book, 'Acts of Faith', explores the relationship between religion and public life. more

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