Making Sense with Sam Harris #175 — Leaving the Faith
Nov 11, 2019
In this thought-provoking discussion, Yasmine Mohammed, a human rights activist and author of "Unveiled," shares her gripping journey from conservative Islam to empowering liberation. She tackles the double standards of Western liberals regarding cultural practices, particularly in women's rights. The complexities of the hijab emerge as both a symbol of empowerment and subjugation. Yasmine critiques societal responses to religious extremism, honor violence, and calls for consistency in cultural criticism. Her insights spark vital conversations about feminism and autonomy.
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Yasmine's Early Life
- Yasmine Mohammed's parents, a Palestinian father and Egyptian mother, met at university in Egypt.
- They moved to Vancouver, where Yasmine was born, after living in San Francisco.
A New Family Dynamic
- After her parents' divorce, Yasmine's mother sought community at a mosque.
- There, she became a second wife to a man who had an immense impact on Yasmine's life.
Life Under Strict Islam
- Yasmine's life drastically changed with her stepfather, as everything became forbidden.
- She resisted the changes, especially the isolation from her friends.
