Ibtahal Abdel Wahab on Sugar and Iron
The article addresses society's rejection of placing a religious symbol, such as a cross, on a piece of candy during celebrations. It points out that the issue lies in the fear of the meaning carried by the symbol, not the symbol itself. It highlights that this rejection reflects a social ill manifested in imposing confrontation and exclusion upon those who express their religious identity. The article emphasizes that civilized societies do not fear religious symbols; rather, they fear hatred and discrimination. It considers freedom of religious expression to be a fundamental right and views the rejection of it as a moral crisis that hinders understanding the true meaning of citizenship and diversity.
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