Balancing cultural identity and religious integrity

11 April 2025

Our cultural heritage adds beautiful dimensions to our identity, and by thoughtfully aligning these traditions with Islamic principles, we strengthen both our family bonds and our faith.

The Qur’an extends naturally into our cultural practices, encouraging us to cultivate an identity that aligns with Islamic principles while fostering balance between cultural identity and religious integrity.

A balanced approach means neither allowing cultural practices to overshadow our religious duties, nor adopting rigid religious interpretations that we mistakenly condemn permissible cultural expressions.

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