Muslim-Christian dialogue can succeed only by recognizing realities : Tariq Ramadan

Tariq Ramadan said dialogue requires understanding other peoples’ psyche because we cannot understand other people without understanding it. Referring to truce of Hudaibiyyah, he said the Prophet of Islam (S.A.W.) was adept in understanding peoples’ psyche and their nature. He said we need to admit the mental trauma caused to others and ourselves as well as the excesses committed in past so that the dialogue may proceed. Citing the period of Ottoman Empire as an example, he said we should admit that the non-Muslim were required in that period to wear a particular type of dress and that excesses were committed against Ahl-e-Zimmah (non-Muslims living in a Muslim country). more.