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'Fight those who do not believe in Allah and the Last Day, nor comply with what Allah and His Messenger have forbidden, nor embrace the religion of truth from among those who were given the Scripture,1 until they pay the tax,2 willingly submitting, fully humbled.'
Surat a tawba - 29
— Aug 14, 2025 10:31AM
Surat a tawba - 29
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Mark Rizk Farag
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So.... It seems the idea that Copts had nationalist tendencies and wanted to be rid of the Byzantines for theological reasons is untrue. The idea they welcomed the Arab/Muslim invasion is also untrue and most likely Arab nationalist/Muslim propoganda
— Aug 27, 2025 10:17AM
Mark Rizk Farag
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Fascinating. Early conversion to Islam as a largely pragmatic decision to avoid taxation and ensure social mobility taken on the part of Copts who may not have understood the doctrinal differences is counter to both Coptic and Islamic narratives.
— Aug 11, 2025 04:04AM
Mark Rizk Farag
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Any kingdom divided against itself cannot stand.
— Aug 10, 2025 04:01AM
Mark Rizk Farag
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So... The meeting between Omar and Pope Benjamin is a myth, as is the Copts welcoming the Arabs in 😂. We are in for a wild ride.
— Aug 06, 2025 08:30AM
