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Article: My journey of faith; Diversity: The compelling story of a Christian who spurned the chance to be an Army officer- for Islam and an arranged marriage: In a world of religious tension, 38-year-old Muhammad Imran has an abiding belief in peace. An English Muslim convert, he visits schools on behalf of the charity Islamic Relief, to dispel prejudices surrounding his religion.
- Article from:
- The Evening Standard (London, England)
- Article date:
- January 12, 2004
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Byline: YVONNE SINGH
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