New dude! This guy's name is Alim and he's a scholar. Before Faolán joined Lindisfarne as an apprentice, he was also his tutor, teaching him science, astronomy, philosophy, and even his native language of Arabic. As a method to help Faolán become more passionate in his learning, he would play Devil's Advocate, taking on different points of view to debate. This in the long run, helped Faolán build his courage for any situation, especially when standing up to Alastar a few years later as an apprentice. Alim is also a devout Muslim, pursuing studies in honor of God. Though he personally is a religious man, he never fully encouraged Faolán to convert, as religion isn't compulsory in Islam, not to mention to enforce religion would infringe on Faolán's education.
The Secret of Kells (c) Tomm Moore
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