I am the son of a terrorist. Here's how I chose peace | Zak Ebrahim

If you’re raised on dogma and hate, can you choose a different path? Zak Ebrahim was just seven years old when his father helped plan the 1993 World Trade Center bombing. His story is shocking, powerful, and ultimately, inspiring.
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[@mato2k]

He played video games but still chose peace Media: Wait, that’s illegal

[@marciaosullivan3200]

The video don't play that narrative any more

[@subscribetopizzatheonlyrea7322]

Is it possible to learn this power?

[@mhazg6621]

No, its mom

[@HarambaeXelonmuskfans]

Anti-vaxxer mom’s*

[@rawpaw7071]

@@subscribetopizzatheonlyrea7322 not anymore.. they deleted it from the game on 2016.

[@Reyhan922]

" I am not my father " That got me

[@bigbrowumper]

+The Truth he never said that but alright

[@jude_the_apostle]

its another phrase that is said

[@InZainGamer]

he says that at the end.

[@InZainGamer]

Your are most welcome :).

[@anthonyw.6300]

Reyhan922 same

[@clovisdacruz6078]

“When one has not had a good father, one must create one.” Nietzsche.

[@mister0012]

This is epic. Did Nietzsche really say this ?

[@beccameg3213]

Who is that?

[@mister0012]

@@beccameg3213 A fking epic philosopher from last century. His book are insane (in a good way)

[@gametime5414]

@@mister0012 really?

[@KayosHub]

“God is dead to the people”

[@rozazb8138]

I don't know how you can disconnect from such an influence. That's an intelligent, kind and incredible man.

[@roylyx2334]

true, a legend

[@erikjon3431]

Oh my god he must be Einstein since he didn’t want to kill people

[@roylyx2334]

@@erikjon3431 yes he so is. when you're under such influence and have been raised in a way that violence is all you know it will certainly become your reality and it will be so hard even sometimes impossible to heal and come out of it. you must lack psychological knowledge and be so emotionally absent to say this LOL.

[@martinprso]

@@roylyx2334 and he was bullied as well so he must be a great man srsly.

[@rozazb8138]

@@roylyx2334 Thanks for the great response :)

[@TIN_ENCH_DIG_BICK]

"I AM NOT MY FATHER" damn!

[@TIN_ENCH_DIG_BICK]

i have no videos on my account what you mean????

[@PraveenNelsonv6]

that's right, he is not his father because his father was a terrorist

[@paloman95]

He is not his father because that would be impossible

[@NobleOne-cm7lr]

I didn't watch this yet but that sound like a very obvious point.

[@ou3rejr777]

NobleOne11199 you're joking right??

[@XchemicleX]

What strikes me most is the calmness with which he speaks.

[@peace9985]

Been through a lot , that's why buddie

[@dawnkhobain7961]

Thank

[@liberandudeshdrohi5277]

It's brainwash

[@maiabdallah2998]

@@liberandudeshdrohi5277 shut up

[@liberandudeshdrohi5277]

@@maiabdallah2998 in India we have right of expression. So no one can stop me or anyone from expressing. Osama bin laden son was also speaking good before, but after sometime he became most wanted . It's truth, nation security stands first. I am Buddhist but I think Christianity is also good.😊 I hope you understand

[@jaye2491]

"I'm tired of hating people." That gave me chills, such a simple yet powerful line.

[@pritichandrakar1612]

Truly

[@manish7897]

No it didn't

[@mastermind8047]

@Cockstruction Worker wow so edgy

[@holyvicar]

@Cockstruction Worker your name and pfp really says it

[@yaboyrams9500]

No one like this comment anymore its on 666

[@rawdog42]

"Hate is drinking poison, and expecting the other person to die."

[@rileylittleraven]

Where is that from? (If you coined that phrase, that's wonderful!)

[@siddharthmishra48]

@@rileylittleraven Said by the Gautama Buddha

[@humanconnectionaddict6765]

@rawdog42 WOW I love this. :O Had I any control of reality at large, I would have this written in the minds and hearts of each and very human being, born and unborn, on the face of the Earth. Thank you for sharing this pearl of wisdom. And what a pearl of wisdom it is. Health, blessings and peace to you and yours

[@lucylincoln3285]

Love that one.

[@tanvilahiri9307]

The wisest thing I've heard in months...

[@CrippleX89]

This is a man that deserves the deepest respect!

[@viadas8799]

+Earl Obama because he chose a different path than his father and because imagine how emotionally damaging it was for him to see his father, the man that he looks up to and wants to be as successful as, commits a crime.

[@viadas8799]

+Earl Obama and because he was told his whole life that a certain group of people are bad influences and that he should not talk to or be in contact with one of them but also show them violent behavior, but he overcame that

[@Rana-so7sp]

+ZM A I agree with you

[@adamb4667]

lolol leafy icier go keys

[@sakshamkapoor8448]

CrippleX89 yes I agree

[@InkubusGames]

"I am tired of hating people"... that's pretty much sums it up. And should be applied to so many

[@leem4386]

Dave Long no, the majority of religious people are peaceful and just want their beliefs. It's just those few extremists who stick out. That's why so many Americans hate Muslims, they've seen the few extremists, so they'll generalise of course.

[@taemer7435]

Yes and the Roman Church has also helped millions of people. This doesn't have to be so Black and White. Religion isnt vivid good or bad, its how people use it.

[@muzosh]

Dave Long he's still religious.

[@tayyabaanwar7965]

saturn? or u mean satan? evenso u r wrong man

[@milascave2]

"Hatred is like picking up hot coals with your hands to throw at somebody else." The Dali Llama. In other words, while you might hurt the other person, you will definitely hurt yourself first. This isn't to say that you should disassociate from your anger. We all get angry. Just, try not to keep feeding it.

[@lexieboyd1074]

"I don't know what it's like to be gay, but I'm well acquainted with being judged for something beyond my control" ... I wish more religious people shared this idea and used it to be more respectful towards us

[@mightyninja7915]

Hello, i saw your comment and wanted to inform you about religion vs homosexuality. Its probably the hardest topic to be sure about but from what i understand from religion and being gay i would sum it up like this: For various reasons, homosexuality is forbidden in 3 big religions but it isnt forbidden to BE a homosexual as it makes NO sense, rather it is treated as other feelings that one needs to be careful about like being thief, being killer, being bully, being cheater... All humans have an inner thief, for example. If we scale it from 0 to 100, some have 0 level thiefness some have 1 level thiefness some have 5 level thiefness some have 20 level thiefness some have 100, but at the end, no matter what, we should fight this inner feeling of wanting to steal. So religion doesnt hate on homosexuals, it hates on the act. It is the people that commit crimes against homosexuals which is not approved by religion. So our discussion comes to this point: Is homosexual act bad? I believe it is so i live my life according to it, if you dont believe it u will live your life differently. At this point, as my humble advise, i suggest u to do some "unbiased" research on religion so that "IF" religion is true and there is a court afterlife, you dont feel bad.

[@muhammeds7199]

yo, im a muslim, and there is this idea that all muslims hate gay or lesbians. I don't. it is not the teachings of islam to hate or to disrespect these people. it is a sin, and in islam it is believed to be something that happens over time, not completely naturally. it is extremists and uneducated people who judge and backbite about these people, and it is STRICTLY prohibited to backbite or slander about someone behind their backs.

[@OpRaven-62]

Lexie Boyd well hello! I am a Christian, but I do not judge gay people, in fact, I have a friend who is Lesbian, and another who is gay. I won’t be gay, but I’ll support them, and I will defend them if they get into a fight.

[@ghostinthesnow4060]

Hey, I'm a bisexual Christian and I know many Christians who love and support the LGBTQ-community. We're out there, many of us :)

[@esthersalle9456]

Hi! I’m Jewish and just wanted to say that I think it’s terrible how judgemental people can be regarding homosexuality. Like, it’s nobody’s business who you can or can’t love,

[@ali-r8263]

"I am not my father" What a powerful and inspiring speech.

[@borchy6486]

Speech*

[@JebemTiZivot]

Borch Y lol

[@pogan4916]

You know what's more powerful , speach is.

[@marjiarani4802]

ha ha another man of culture. regular show is truly the best

[@ali-r8263]

Marjia Rani indeed

[@OnurH61]

Finally a real muslim speaks what 95% of us think,feel and live... Much respect to you brother zak

[@fattypattygaming112]

yep

[@PM-vs3rh]

Onr Hrb that number is a lot lower

[@PM-vs3rh]

Onr Hrb that number is a lot lower

[@PM-vs3rh]

Onr Hrb that number is a lot lower

[@OnurH61]

sure lol

[@kalevang4400]

I could hear the wisdom and the intelligence in his words. It's too incredible at how well he articulates himself. I admire him for his way of expressing himself like this.

[@hazarkilani7840]

+Kale Vang you get 10 extra points for having Sehun as your profile picture

[@SyrianApostate]

+Hazar Kilani Are you Syrian? (I didn't stalk you lol) your last name just sounds very familiar.

[@hazarkilani7840]

Ahahaha close but I'm Palestinian, there are Syrian Kilanis though

[@MissLocaLocita]

+Hazar Kilani Not just any Sehun picture but one when he had his rainbow haircolor... 20 extra points from me. And yes the speach was very good and well designed. Thumbs up!

[@hazarkilani7840]

MissLoca Locita Exatly! I'd kill to see him with that hair again

[@durdleduc8520]

“I’m tired of hating people” is probably the most human thing anyone could ever say.

[@jjdb9969]

@Jimmi K but the Potential was(is) obviously there which is sad, it could have been all of us

[@HusXX]

@Jimmi K Bullshit. Religious people don't hate.

[@HusXX]

@Jimmi K Do they follow God?

[@HusXX]

@Jimmi K If they use quran as their guide, then they wouldn't kill people and commit crimes. So if they follow God then where are their action stated in Islam?

[@HusXX]

@Jimmi K Do you or ISIS know the history behind that verse? For example in which situation that verse is revealed in? A religion can't promote things like that for every situation and every time.

[@MinMin-oe5od]

What I learned is simply: Being a bad person is a choice. And being a good person is a choice too. Regardless of what happened to you.. you just need to remember that bad things happen to people everyday and they still manage to be nice to others.

[@safir2241]

Human psychology is more complicated than a youtube comment

[@bodhitkunwar5849]

Fu k you

[@LKLyrics470]

It's not that simple you kid by posting generic comment on yt doesn't mean you understand human psychology

[@isakmattsson1216]

Why being so rude to Sam?

[@HappinessOrDeath]

There's no such thing as choice or free will.

[@lucasgoudard6892]

this dude has the biggest balls. He has gotten all my respect

[@sethbeckley4965]

lucas goudard balls ain't to big he is wearing a bullet proof vest so he must have been worried

[@EndlarStudios]

Imagine being a son of a terrorist, so sad this man gets forgiveness for the innocence he lost

[@fourtwothree5422]

How does his father have anything to do with him.

[@MahmoudS]

You might think that, but many others will always view him as a threat. Its sad and just another reality he has to deal with.

[@EndlarStudios]

Theophilus Martus Goh exactly

[@EndlarStudios]

Mahmoud Sumrain yeah, but he is open about it. And I find that the happiest people are the most honest.

[@MahmoudS]

Yeah, hopefully the guy gets to live a normal life. This is the same thing with race, your color should not determine how you are perceived.

[@zainkhalid5393]

*I'm not my father.* _And, I'm not a terrorist._

[@jamesnorton9584]

“Anger is like holding a hot coal and intending to throw it, except you only get burned”-Buddha

[@kashhenk958]

Thanks motivational lizard

[@thomascampbell350]

This is a brave brave man. I got mad respect for him

[@krumplethemal8831]

hes luke skywalker

[@287_aureliazadira5]

best freaking comment I've seen all day

[@Saddam.Eusafzay]

Best comment i see , like i must - YODA

[@shadowsinmymind9]

lol, yes

[@derfe]

Technically, Luke was the terrorist...

[@oreos1339]

irony ^

[@RiniSharmakoolest]

he was holding back tears! Can't imagine how much emotional pain he is in!

[@Castlecoke]

I can. Im a Marine vet. I want to shake his hand and give him a hug. Im tired too, bro.

[@lunathekitten199]

I am Turkish and Muslim. And I love "every human being who has a good heart" in the world. I know there are many people reasons for your bad prejudices. But there are also many who are not dark-hearted. Yours sincerely to you all, wishing a world without prejudice.

[@wasimullah4584]

Güzel

[@mosesCordovero-uw5vw]

We Jews, including all the ones living in Israel, have good hearts. so i wonder if you like them and would never do them any harm

[@marisamartin3664]

Please use your energy and good intentions to influence the thousands of Muslims (like Boko Haram in Nigeria) who hate and kill daily. Also, Turkey has never admitted to the Armemian Holocaust, which someone needs to deal with.

[@themanwiththeplan1211]

Now this is a Ted worth watching.

[@Dylan-dw3on]

Wow, he's a great public speaker.

[@edgyy7799]

TED: uploads a video 5 years ago No one: KZbin: ight we will give it them now

[@shoque7017]

When his mother says " I'm tired of hating people ",that got me. It takes more effort & energy to hate someone than to love...Loved that video.Thanks a lot.❤

[@Sidtheriser07]

Well put by you, sir.

[@zarakikon6352]

It might sound untrue or corny to some people but I Totally agree.

[@shoque7017]

@@Sidtheriser07 Thanks

[@LQBify]

Truly amazing.. as an American Muslim this guy is a wonderful role model. God bless him.

[@PersonWConscience]

+Billionaire's Comment The natives asks you to go back where you came from.

[@LQBify]

+Billionaire's Comment lol live my country

[@davematthews1492]

i agree. Cant wait for trump to put a Nuke in Middle East

[@shevz95]

Everyone who is not a Native Indian is not from originally from America, in fact, if you want to look at terrorism, genocide and even xenophobia, look at the European settlers (removing the notion of the plague) of which the current America is made of. Black, Indian, Asian, Puerto Rican, etc people did not willing come to America, they were brought there through slavery, thus they worked to make the land, and it is rightfully theirs to share. Stop saying, certain people should leave America, because they are not American, I believe that if one has the right values and morals, that they should be allowed to contribute to a country whether they are from it or not. What Zak Ebrahim is doing is trying to save American lives by convincing or reaching out to those who are growing up in situations where they are convinced that they have to follow certain people, and carry out terror attacks against the American citizens(or anyone for that matter). If he leaves America, who knows how many people will not hear his wisdom and thus commit themselves to these unforgivable acts of terrorism. I do understand that you are angry towards certain people ( based on fear) but to say that every one is the same is ludicrous.

[@hanniaduarte961]

Go read the first amendment and btw this isn't your country. I originally belonged to Native Americans. Read a fucking book.

[@terminallytrash]

This guy's life story should be a movie.

[@vova277]

B1U3R3DS70N3R You should watch "The Green Prince", it's a movie about the son of the Leader of Hamas, turning against his beliefs and joining the Israeli Intelligence Service and providing them information. VERY interesting movie

[@terminallytrash]

Vova Melech Thanks, I'll write that down. It does sound to be good.

[@ambam90]

I second that notion. At least a short film.

[@souradeepbhattacharya5503]

" A son does not have to follow his father evil deeds" I just want to hug this man.

[@ihitesh1]

Violence is not inheritance. Probably the best TED talks I have seen in a while. Thank you for posting this video. INCREDIBLE ✌️

[@ISmellMopWho]

Is everyone just going to ignore the floating metal ball in the background?

[@Cepheid_]

Nick Urban yep

[@marihus]

mmm yeah

[@rjharis1]

it was bugging me the entire time

[@vido1159]

Nick Urban The ball brings the peace

[@K1370]

Ha, I didn't notice it

[@irejectt1]

this is a story that should be shared in schools not for the subject matter but for the soul fact it can be taken many ways and always be positive

[@Akwarrior9071]

josh herle yeah teach terrorism in school that sounds better than math

[@KabooM1067]

What part of his story teaches terrorism? Are you braindead?

[@waffle1837]

ZoidsProductions are you an idiot

[@Thekingboss85]

-herle-

[@Thekingboss85]

-Go go-

[@n.s1398]

Remember: extremists have no religion. They claim that they do, but they have their own stupid logic. There is no religion in this world that tells you to hate people. I'm Muslim and I respect all religions, and I have nothing against gay people. They don't bother me last time I checked. Mind your business people, and stop being judgmental. Period.

[@jcxkzhgco3050]

Extremist just claim to be whatever religion they think they are representing

[@abodiyoyo8900]

Ye they claim to be a religion to make that religion look bad even tho they’re not actually part of that religion

[@humanconnectionaddict6765]

@N. Sy Well spoken dude. Blessings and peace to you and yours

[@abidjc]

So true but it’s what the media doesn’t understand

[@Kept_Burrito]

You spoke well my brother!

[@tingting7856]

Tears full of my eyes after watching this. My family hold strongly believe that they hate people from different race, country, sexual orientation, and different political party. I am tired of hearing all their negative thoughts when I went back home. Thank you for speaking on Ted! ❤

[@thecatonacouch9371]

sexual orientation isnt a thing

[@daniel51020]

Good luck!

[@anthony1917]

You can see the disappointment in his eyes as he talks about his father

[@stillwaiting4peace]

I am a muslim woman and i thank GOD that my parents raised me with the true principles of islam = peace, devotion to god, and empathy (towards everyone! not only muslims) I was really touched when i heard him say that it was people's kindness that made him question his "beliefs" ! I think that, that IS the key people !!! And i can only imagine how heartbreaking it can be to look at his own father this way.. (I'm sorry for my mistakes, i'm french and my english is not perfect yet ... but i hope you understood what i was trying to say ^^ )

[@bailey3587]

your English is amazing!

[@stillwaiting4peace]

still trying to improve myself every single day ! ;-) thanks a lot!

[@dawn8293]

I found this comment meaningful. it helps me confirm the world view that I want to be true. thank you. :)

[@stillwaiting4peace]

^^ you're welcome !

[@britsaunders2151]

Your English is better than most I know, actually...

[@jimmyispromo]

Very good speaker. PLUS Glad to see a gamer and son of a bad man be so calm and awesome. There you go media. You've been beat

[@Passivemax]

Jimmy is Promo hi

[@ju1iawan]

I watch ur vids

[@ju1iawan]

Jimmy is Promo hi

[@Dregun]

“I am khan and I’m not a terrorist” recalling this line 🔥 fits perfectly!

[@Kalizzy21]

What an incredible story! Thank you for choosing he way of love for humanity.

[@charliegrpdixon5944]

its just a shame that truly inspirational and tear jerking stories like this get >1m views but one about spam emails has nearly 5m views.

[@christofferoff808]

I mean, the one about spam emails is hilarious, but I get your point.

[@aturninthegameof...4584]

+charlie GRP Dixon

[@user-wt3xo6ej1b]

Because some people think this is clickbait

[@kruiset8810]

"I am not my father" POWERFULL QUOTE!

[@gangasinghrathore4709]

Zak ibrahim you are a true hero and a true human being

[@hafsahkamal8128]

Why wont you guys understand that when a muslim does something bad hes a terrorist, and when a non-muslim does a bad deed its an "accident." Life is a test and maybe you guys waste your time on such nonsense maybe the guy was mental, maybe he had problems, that doesnt give you a reason to hate. Cause hate is worse then being a terrorist. Even IF this happened why cant you see whats going on in this world right now? People are calling Islam Terrorist Religion even though they dont see the peaceful side of it. It hurts me to know you all think hes a nice man when HE HIMSELF cant stop hate. If he really meant this speech he wouldn't have mentioned about hate cause then he would be a hypocrite on hating muslims. So when you have nothing good to say, remain silent. That sentence is from the Quran.

[@sigh7310]

To the 1.2k people that disliked, I don’t like u.

[@roylyx2334]

they're his fathers comapnions

[@masterbean3867]

How can only 1 and 0.2 people dislike

[@masterbean3867]

Oh 1.2k I see

[@1991hondacivichatch]

@@masterbean3867 oh 1.4k I see

[@user-hw2re4gd7w]

Dude really said 1.2 people.. not even 1.2k people smh

[@TheGerogero]

Always happy to hear a story in which religion fails to brainwash.

[@oujisanhikari18]

your disrespectful person

[@Dudesgotagun1]

Ouji San I don't know who you're talking to, but if you're referring to the disrespect of religion than you better not be Christian or Muslim, because if you are, your religion is far more disrespectful and offensive than anything I can say, lest I start saying things such as "rape is a mild offense; everyone who doesn't think what I think should die", because that and more is said all over those two religions. By the way: You're* a* disrespectful person(.)

[@oujisanhikari18]

Dudesgotagun1 hmm yes i m muslim can u plz explain me why u hate islam u might misunderstood islam cuz of how media portray islam in bad way tell me your points plz ^.^ and i forgot to say i didn't talk to u i talked to the main commenter but it's ok lets talk u might convince me or the opposite

[@Dudesgotagun1]

Ouji San If you're legitimately asking both of your Bibles condone mass murder and rape, and in Saudi Arabia it's used to control people. Not to mention your Messiah he who is "closest to god" was a child molester. If you're being polite I don't mean to be rude, at this point I have only mentioned things that are true. I assume you've heard of the Charlie Hebdo massacre, about the child shot in the face for saying women deserve an education, the lashes and imprisonment Atheists get in Saudi Arabia just for being Atheist, if you're being honest with yourself is that actually AGAINST your religion? Or is it actually the closer means by which to follow it? As I said, I believe these violent religions are offensive.

[@fraserlamb5787]

Ouji San The fact you defend Muslims without a care for the victims tells me everything I need to know. Its a common thread with Muslims, not being concerned with the actions of your fellow Muslims but your own own well being.

[@Jane009T]

I can't believe there isn't a wiki page of this guy.

[@nilparody1096]

" I'm tired of hating people"

[@supurnasinha6124]

"Violence isn't inherent in one's religion or race"... The best line... Much respect for you.. The world deserves people like you ❤️🙏

[@yourlordflyingspaghettimon3781]

But there's religions which only spreading through lies and violence 🙄

[@yourlordflyingspaghettimon3781]

Let's be honest.. every religion teaches that it's the true path..and only it's pious followers will make it to the hevean..all teaches hatred towards others

[@supurnasinha6124]

I'm sorry to break the bubble for u... But I myself have read many religious scriptures and no religion teaches u to hate other religions... Its the wrong interpretations that some of the followers make... Which end up in hatred and violence

[@marisamartin3664]

Have you ever read the Koran? It demands violence against Infidels. I appreciate this man's turn away from that. But any attempt to deny the daily blood letting of Muslims somewhere against their neighbors just cheapens their deaths and rationalizes it, so none of these 'peaceful' Muslims need to do anything about it.

[@terrygreene3460]

proud of u son! u r a beautiful intelligent soul

[@maddymaddyval]

ARE YOU HIS FATHER?? *screams*

[@bigbrowumper]

lmao

[@user82299]

*SCREAMS* RUN FOR UR LIVESSS

[@existentialeuphoria5986]

Ironic

[@jacobferdinand6469]

Why do people use the word son like this? Terry you’re an idiot.

[@sssssssev]

I almost teared up a little towards the end. Strong words, strong man.

[@ajdoman317]

"Life's too short to be pissed off all the time. It's just not worth it." -Danny, American History X

[@kal2342]

Okay but why do I wanna give him a hug ?

[@ishthefish9006]

Thats called empathy

[@ishthefish9006]

Its good

[@jolube2448]

Pretty sure he needs one, that's not an easy life

[@CoockiexAngel]

He speaks so well.

[@Epicurean999]

I wish...there were more people like YOU SIR on the face of EARTH

[@doggo00]

Prachi Patil Why are HALF the WORDS capitaLIZED

[@doommaker4000]

What now, face earthers? Jeez...

[@ceruxeno1278]

@@doommaker4000 man in the moon?

[@Majestic469]

i think its to stress on specific words.

[@TheToxiicLover]

na not for usa, there is better

[@mail8074]

" *However, in every religion, in every population, you'll find a small percentage of people, who hold so fervently to their beliefs, that they feel must use any means necessary to make others live as they do.* " - Zak Ebrahim " *We are not Angels that always act good, we are not Demons that always act bad, we are just Humans, we have both abilities. So, if some human made a mistake, blame themselves, not their religions, not their races, not their origins or their families. So, have a heart, Humans. Peace* " - 'Lars Yunglord' A lot of people are just ignorant because of the media and if you watch videos about reverts they’ll tell you they have been ostracized. Islam ☪️ teaches patience. Patience then showed those who did the ostracizing that Islam is peaceful and brings happiness to their lives. They eventually revert too. I recommend you look up “Why latinos are converting to islam.” EDIT: When I wrote this I felt like I had to prove that you can’t blame an entire population for a small person’s actions. Now I have a different approach and it’s 2 things: Patience & Forgiveness.

[@lol101lol101lolz]

But if a religion on the fundamental level is flawed then it isn’t wrong show condemnation for it. I know a lot of good Muslims but that doesn’t make like the principles of Islam that is homophobic and misogynistic at its core. I love my Muslim friends but their believes unfortunately isn’t something I respect.

[@muslimwoolfy-winterequestr4344]

Saurabh S looks like you need to do more research

[@M0183_]

@@lol101lol101lolz not all muslims hate homosexuals or jewish people its the same there are a few people who do that

[@coochiekiller4743]

Saurabh S we don’t need your respect. Lol

[@yakashi271]

Saurabh S Can you tell me *exactly* what fundamentals are wrong in Islam since you jump into conclusions?

[@jackdoherty5841]

we must protect this man at all costs

[@arabianchessfriends]

I'm a Muslim and I'm 14 y/o and I'm very thankfully that I wasn't raised this way I was raised to be not judgmental and that everyone has his way of thinking...when I knew that Israel conquered palestine I used to think that all Jewish people are bad people when I said this my parents got angry on me...I have a Christian friend and we never talk about religion we just live our life...I'm really happy that I wasn't raised by an Isis member or a terrorist..when I think of how I judged Jewish people by Israel I remember what's happening now I used to think so because of media and just like before everyone is judging Muslims because of the media again...deja vu that'll keep on going until the last day of this earth...i wish that earth can enjoy peace for a week at least

[@Catishcat]

*This comment is a proof, that not all muslims are bad* If that wasn't obvious already

[@arabianchessfriends]

+Кэтишкэт sadly it is not that obvious

[@arabianchessfriends]

+jason abasi since science started to grow up they do have the right to believe that the world was made randomly...but when I got deeper I knew that a lot of scientific info were mentioned in the Quran before it was even discovered that was one reason I didn't think about being an atheist.... although everyone has his beliefs and I fully respect that as long as they don't abuse others for their beliefs

[@arabianchessfriends]

+jason abasi Muslims are allowed to kill only when they are in danger to simplify it self defense only....about scientific proofs at the times of Muhammad the prophet the earth was yet unknown to be flat or circular so at 79:30 allah says "walartga bad thaleka dahaha" which means and then he circulated the earth the dah is a kind of eggs that looks pretty familiar to the earth and at 55:19 I'll take a shortcut it says as two seas meet(a pure one and a salty one) a dam is between them they don't merge into each other...78:7 and we made the mountains aotads which means something that you use to keep it stable such as the legs of the tint sorry i don't know how to describe them in English the point is it's later proved that mountains keeps the earth stable from shaking and by shaking I don't mean earthquakes I mean like earth moving in multiple degrees and etc...hope that's good for you and BTW here's this one about killing: 4:32 and who kills a human for no reason or for the bad of earth is like he killed the whole humanity and who saves one's life is like he saved the whole humanity...

[@zainan5428]

azzoozzgamer3 im 13 and muslim...im raised the same way as you..haha

[@ksoccer32]

Very true, i have 2 muslim friends and they are probably the best role model friends i have

[@swavnasahoo711]

I'm tired of hating people. I think it gave me an insight and a path. Thank u Zac❤️

[@tmalone2530]

6:16 - that REALLY hit me. “Something beyond my control”

[@answercrat3459]

Awesome Ted talk. This is a great example of how all people should be judge on their own merits and flaws not of others.

[@mustafamalik4211]

Lol now only if someone could teach Donald Trump that

[@ttmatm1825]

Mustafa Malik , your comment made me choke on my tea. Lol!

[@monkiram]

The main message I got from this talk was that if you treat bigoted people with kindness, they'll realize that the hatred they felt towards you was unfounded. When this man was growing up, all he know was bigotry, and if it wasn't for the kindness of others plus his own empathy and willingness to change and be honest with himself, he might also have become a terrorist. There's no way to imprison every terrorist or prevent every terrorist from teaching bigotry to their children. So the only way to overcome terrorism is through kindness, acceptance and understanding.

[@jahnavee_palsodkar]

So true!

[@ravin2363]

that's what Gandhi always preached. His weapon of non-violence is still important.

[@Daniel-kv4np]

I don’t understand why people are making jokes, this is a serious talk. Respects to you, may peace be with you, and well done for not giving up 👍.

[@eddyraye5825]

VERY ELOQUENT SPEAKER AND VERY POWERFUL MESSAGE... I DON'T KNOW HOW ANYONE COULD DISLIKE THIS VIDEO...

[@jdflores84]

What a powerful speech. I'm glad that his ways were changed by the very things his father tried to teach him to hate so much.

[@munatina6639]

"I am not my father" that got me 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙌🏻🙌🏻

[@sameershambhu9967]

We need people like him in India. He is an intellectual. 🙏🙏

[@sameershambhu9967]

@Purva P yes. But my views have changed a bit since then.

[@yourienaidoo4267]

@Purva P Your simple comparison over who requires more people like him (people who live beyond bigotry and prejudice) shows that you still hold that prejudice. coming from someone who lives in neither of those countries I have seen that here are monstrosities that are committed and a part of both nations. To make the argument that 1 is more righteous than the other is in my opinion stupid and reductive. I am not saying there are differences is the acts commit or that the are perfectly equal. They are not equal in acts but they are equal in the mentality of the population and the ability to look beyond prejudice. You may have hate, you may be a troll, or you may be stupid. However I have to argue your point as I think your statement is what the world does not need.

[@theoenomelphilosopher8687]

I absolutely love how calm yet smart and powerful he sounds.

[@pollywynn120]

This guys came to my school to speak he was amazing

[@letthatsinkin4913]

Wow. You're lucky

[@LeonardoAddingtonLeo]

He's a good man.

[@scottwever9769]

His speech has left me speechless...in a good way of course. Mad respect to you man!

[@caimremane9555]

I am absolutely amazed that Zac had the courage to come over and face the reality of days we are living. This is a true Muslim!! Lisbon, Portugal

[@sudanios363]

As a Muslim I know how hard this was to him

[@tygervoods8358]

This is basically what America did decades ago with black people and centuries ago with the Indians. They themselves came to the country and killed the natives there and then won't let other people come here. Now it's Muslims, but instead of them being killed, they are gonna be deported if Trump becomes the President.

[@rochgal123]

I consistently had chills throughout the entire video

[@ingers.4653]

kewl

[@tialonskincareproducts]

"I am not my father that's so powerful. Every person who judges someone based on the sins of their father. Please know ... " They are not their father"

[@christinedaae9973]

I am proud of you that you didn't let your Family's lifestyle stop you from becoming a great man! God bless you, Zak!

[@alexts94]

This man is a real Muslim. Too bad trump doesn't realize that.

[@akho47]

There's no "real" muslim, his father was as much as a muslim as him.

[@amritsingh8918]

Peanut Skippy, u mean radical fake muslim -_-

[@rockinrodney5000]

+Amrit Singh I smell a no true scotsman fallacy...

[@alexts94]

Peanut Skippy Radical muslim extremists do not represent the majority.

[@chilimacx9138]

Trexy Smexy yes they do

[@mmmnnnoorr]

You are not your father also your father is not all muslims.

[@mxxz3900]

YES

[@Sh0cKwavE__]

mmmnnnoorr however, that man's father was a Muslim

[@mxxz3900]

Ben Hoang a non-practesing one

[@es_for1]

How can you judge someone for not being a Muslim Mouna? Only God can do that fool! Secondly people like you are ones that cause hate, by accusing others of being "fake" followers. GJ hateful religious person

[@Ali.Yousif]

Simply because you're not allowed to kill someone in islam yet this dude father did

[@hhhhayaysashyshshs7131]

He really blew me away with this speech

[@truly.vinayak]

"I am not my father." Wow. Forever in awe of this speech.

[@jesper9622]

I wonder how his father would have reacted if he saw this. Seeing how his son is able to get so much fame and respect because of heart would certainly shook him

[@blacklightavenue8638]

These videos are so interesting.

[@hoangduong2759]

i know right

[@coralaisly]

Check out your local areas and see if there's a TEDx in your area. I was surprised to find that in my prejudiced little town there's a yearly TEDx that's been going strong and growing for the last 5 years and I only heard about it yesterday! Support your local TED conferences and go or volunteer if you can. Supporting TED means more interesting talks by fascinating people :)

[@jorah5626]

+Hoang Duong Do we know each other ??

[@hoangduong2759]

Laurent Pham Do we? I can't tell from just your user name.

[@avedahusniyahadara]

the podcast is awesome. i usually listen to them on my way to work, or when im sitting in traffic yelling at people!

[@ryanharrington6389]

Speak and listen folks!! "Hate takes up so much energy" "a jewish man i was taught to hate became more of a fsther figure than my own islamic extremists father"

[@Lakshyam9]

@daniel albo odd comment.

[@nostrandholdings2324]

@daniel albo , i think you need to listen to his story again more carefully :)

[@welt2526]

@daniel albo F u Anti-Semitic

[@user-ud3yv1hl7k]

he didnt say Islamic, because extremism is not Islamic.

[@akbarputraa7574]

Dammn 10 minutes of him talking and you completely missed his point. Its like you're deaf or something

[@thetwingirls354]

You are a real inspiration and thank you having patience during your journey of not being your father.

[@deniz2618]

I want Donald Trump to sit in the audience and listen to his story.

[@abdallaalfhama975]

Deniz O that won't change someone like Trump

[@deniz2618]

Abdalla alfhama true

[@deniz2618]

Danky Clorox Bleach im not even talking about the political stuff. As a person he is racist and disrespectful.

[@Theguitarwhiz]

He wouldn't listen.

[@dondan2504]

Hw will keep sayng WRONG WRONG

[@costisgoufas6599]

no other words than just beautiful to describe this talk

[@hannakjaya6404]

This is truly a powerful speech.

[@M.C.Blackwell]

You are so clearly a gentle and kind soul. Thank you for telling your story

[@paulawoloszynek29]

You sir, are a wonderful human being. I only wish more people had you wisdom, strength & good conscious. The world would truly be a better place.

[@woobiesftw]

As I human being, I thank this man for his bravery and his choices, and hope he and his family will be safe and happy forever. As a Christian, because I am, I pray he will be blessed, and that many more will also be blessed by him, no matter who they are.

[@maylightbewithyou]

woobiesftw beautiful

[@RezaAP]

woobiesftw Hey, since you at it, can you also pray for a new PS4 for me, i really want one. or do you think i should steal one and then pray for forgiveness..

[@woobiesftw]

Reza AP I pray you will find a world of happiness and free of annoyance, one way or another. I myself am saving for an Xbox One. We all have desires.

[@RezaAP]

I asked for PS4, not world of happiness. Your God doesn't listen. Geez...

[@larsyunglord2672]

We are not Angels that always act good, we are not Demons that always act bad, we are just Humans, we have both abilities. So, if some human made a mistake, blame themselves, not their religions, not their races, not their origins or their families. So, have a heart, Humans. Peace 💖

[@mail8074]

I will qoute this every time.

[@jahnavee_palsodkar]

Wow!

[@gillianjackson9403]

"Blame themselves, not their religion......" Could not agree more.

[@akindtroll28]

Not all demons act bad, agree with your messege tho.

[@macanaeh]

Yeah, whatever alien

[@AmyAndHerGalaxy]

The calmness in him touched me.He proved once again Life is all about the choices we make..........

[@muhsyariefmulyadi5065]

as a muslim i am really proud of this guy

[@chrisg3258]

As a Christian, me too. Incredible courage. First and foremost we are all human, and virtues such as honesty, courage, integrity, dignity, kindness and love can be found in all people.

[@hattorikanzo2793]

You must be proud of Osama Bin laden too

[@akmaldanial67]

@@hattorikanzo2793 One person does not represent his entire community.

[@rajab4187]

@@hattorikanzo2793 shut up kid

[@THEzhtx]

@@akmaldanial67 but one religion represent his entire community.✌️

[@livinlicious]

You are not your job, you're not how much money you have in the bank. You are not the car you drive. You're not the contents of your wallet. You are not your fucking khakis. You are all singing, all dancing crap of the world. And by extension, you are not your uprising, your parents, your peers, your society. You can always be something else.

[@OneWorkshopSig]

Nice but your quote is as contextually appropriate as livin da vida loca.

[@muscleman677]

his name is robert paulson

[@SahitYalamanchi]

You deserve my upvote

[@kedarnadkarny4718]

Tyler Durden! ;)

[@aragaggrawal5436]

You are incredible. I wish there were much more people like you on Earth. Cannot find words to congratulate you!

[@drvickyfischer]

Thank you Zak for your beautiful, touching speech. I was wiping away tears. Keep sharing your message. 😊

[@jaysilva2011]

Touching..

[@Eli-ho1zv]

+DizzY A savage

[@renji2600]

Jay Silva not my proudest fap

[@fatumomohamud6406]

very inspirational and indeed courageous man.

[@emilyjanice7029]

"A bit of mist in my eyes" Powerful presented. Life is a choice no matter what.

[@xtrakrisb420]

i applaud this man for his courage and fortitude, to stand up for what is right and just... A TRUE HUMAN BEING