“If Islam was to be saved, it would be saved by the crazy ones.”
Living in a co-op housing with mostly liberal-minded Muslims, Yusef gradually understands the diversity among other Muslims. The punk culture is one that is often misconstrued by those who do not understand it. Similarly, Muslims people are one of the most misunderstood religious groups; therefore, this dynamic demonstrates that both social groups share much more in common. The statement refers to Jehangir and Ayyub as the crazy ones since they are punk rockers. Yusef observes that his friends represent the diversifying sphere of Islam since they fully understand disenfranchisement and are liberal-minded.
“If a woman enjoyed sex, or expressed her sexuality outwardly she was automatically a slut with no respect for herself. Sex was a favor you allowed your husband so angels wouldn't curse you until morning.”
Rabeya’s theology aims to challenge the religious norms to cultivate progressiveness that like-minded individuals would appreciate. Even though Rabeya fully embraces the conservatism of Islam through her lifestyle, she is very liberal and unapologetic about her outlooks. In the assertion, she expresses how her religion represses the sexual freedom of a woman and ‘slut-shames’ if such liberty is taken. She is profound in her assessments since she is not only open-minded but finds ways to logically make her argument while also interpreting the Koran.
