He has left a tiny exit route, which is good because in the international arena, he is seen as very much a black-and-white kind of figure, with no grays.

If America’s seen as being indifferent or even attacking the prophet, a lot of Muslims are going to say it’s an attack on Islam.

Cultures are rubbing against each other more than ever before in history. We need to be sensitive to … respect, honor, dignity, and how they are viewed in different societies.

sends out a message both to critics and to supporters that he has the backing of America.

The whole thing goes back to the presence of God. You need to be in a state of decorum. You must ask yourself: How would God like to see me?

Walking breaks down all the barriers you become part of one common mass of humanity, … global message of peace and compassion.

It humiliates millions and millions of ordinary peace-loving Muslims,