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How could a group of people commit such a heinous act against a young woman? Like many Afghan women, Rakunda was a devout Muslim. She was unafraid to speak her mind when she perceived something as wrong. This commendable trait would unexpectedly make her an object of hatred.
The turning point came when Rakunda began to notice individuals near the Shyu Shamira Shrine violating Islamic principles by selling supposed good-luck charms. These charms, she believed, would hasten the fulfillment of one's prayers. She believed this practice not only wrong but also damaging to the reputation of Islam. She spoke to passersby, warning them that the sale of charms contravened Islamic teachings. Her efforts were successful, as people refrained from purchasing these items. This action infuriated the sellers, particularly a man named Zion Udin. Frustrated at the loss of potential earnings, Zion resorted to a heinous act that would forever mark him.