But for many residents, he was a 55-year-old scholar who explained Islam and its philosophies to anyone who cared to listen. MemoriesAldrin Dacanay, a DCM member, said Abdullah last rode with the group on Nov. 18 during the 6th Green Ride, an annual event they organized to promote environmental conservation. Jim Ward, DCM cofounder and cafe owner, said he first met Abdullah in September 2004 when a group of preachers from various faiths dined in his cafe. So we jokingly called each other ‘Jim the butcher’ and ‘Jim the vegetarian.’”Ward said Abdullah was “a beautiful example of true Islam.” “I saw him deal with fear and ignorance about his faith with wisdom and compassion. CCT cofounder, Joseph Paul Alipio, said Abdullah brought a deeper understanding of Islam to Cordillera.

Source: Philippine Daily Inquirer December 09, 2018 21:11 UTC