Huff Post: I was born in a Muslim household to parents who laid great emphasis on spirituality and science.
Growing up, I was taught to always speak the truth, to be kind to others, to serve humanity in all ways possible, and to never expect any form of thanks in return. Selfless service, as I was taught, was at the core of Islam. I remember reading the Koran from a very early age and reflecting over its commentary on a regular basis.
The concept of God as explained in Islam is that of a Spiritual Being, a conscious Creator who provides for man’s needs, expects man to serve His creation, and to whom we are all accountable in the end. With my spiritual experiences through prayer, my faith in God was strong even as a child.
Just as I was experiencing this spiritual side, I was overtaken by a strong desire to pursue the sciences.
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