VOICED : French institute trains

The video discusses an Islamic theological school in central France, focusing on its role in training imams. The school aims to provide formal education in Arabic theology and Quran recitation, emphasizing the importance of understanding French culture and laws. It seeks to reduce reliance on foreign-born imams and combat radical Islam by promoting a peaceful interpretation of the religion. The school is seen as a tool for cultural integration and a response to the growing demand for French-trained imams.

What is emphasized as essential for becoming an imam according to the students?

• Online courses

• Formal training

• Community approval

• Self-declaration

What is one of the main goals of the European Institute for Human Sciences?

• To promote foreign-born imams

• To reverse the trend of foreign-born imams leading French congregations

• To teach only Quran recitation

• To focus solely on Arabic language courses

Why is it important for imams to understand French laws?

• To promote foreign culture

• To challenge the laws

• To integrate better into French society

• To avoid legal issues

How does the school aim to combat radical Islam?

• By ignoring radical ideologies

• By isolating students from society

• By training knowledgeable imams

• By promoting radical teachings

What is the growing call in France regarding Islamic education?

• To close down all Islamic schools

• To have more French-trained imams

• To import more foreign imams

• To focus only on Quran recitation