Posted on 10/08/2014 5:34:21 AM PDT by NYer
President Barack Obama has issued a statement on the occasion of Eid al-Adha, which commemorates the Muslim belief that Abraham was willing to sacrifice to God his son Ishmael (rather than Isaac, as related in the Old Testament).
Michelle and I would like to extend our best wishes to Muslims in the United States and around the world who are celebrating Eid al-Adha, and to congratulate those performing the Hajj [pilgrimage to Mecca] this year, he said.
As our Muslim neighbors and friends gather for Eid celebrations, Muslim Americans are among the millions of pilgrims joining one of the worlds largest and most diverse gatherings, he continued. Hajj brings together Muslims from around the world Sunni and Shiite to share in reverent prayer, side by side. It serves as a reminder that no matter ones tribe or sect, race or religion, gender or age, we are equals in humanity.
On Eid, Muslims continue the tradition of donating to the poor and joining efforts with other faith communities in providing assistance to those suffering from hunger, sickness, oppression, and conflict, he added. Their service is a powerful example of the shared roots of the worlds Abrahamic faiths and how our communities can come together in shared peace, with dignity and a sense of justice.
The president concluded, On behalf of the American people, we extend our warmest greetings during this holiday. May the prayers of peace made by the Hajj pilgrims and those of all faiths around the world be heard and granted. Eid Mubarak [blessed Eid].
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Still waiting for any prominent muslim leader in this country to condemn the 9-11 attacks, wholeheartedly, and without qualification.
Come to think of it, Barry hasn’t done that either.
While this statement does not coincide with a Christian holiday, it does coincide with a Jewish holiday. Where is Obama's statement to the Jews?
The only good thing that would come of Obama fianlly declaring his belief system evolving into Islam is that he could stick Michelle in a burka.
. . . but white guilt appeasement trumped patriotism and reason.
He actually did, but brought in politics as usual.
Hello. As Jews across America, Israel, and the world gather together for the High Holidays, Michelle and I extend our warmest wishes to you and your families for a sweet and happy new year.
My good friend Elie Wiesel once said that God gave human beings a secret, and that secret was not how to begin but how to begin again. These days of awe are a chance to celebrate that gift, to give thanks for the secret, the miracle of renewal.
In synagogues and homes over the coming days, Jews will reflect on a year that carried its shares of challenges. Weve been reminded many times that our world still needs repair. So here at home we continue the hard work of rebuilding our economy and restoring our American dream of opportunity for all. Around the world, we continue to stand for the dignity of every human being, and against the scourge of anti-Semitism, and we reaffirm the friendships and bonds that keep us strong, including our unshakeable alliance with the State of Israel.
So lets approach this new year with new confidence and new hope. Lets recommit ourselves to living out the values we share as individuals and as a country. Above all, lets embrace this God-given miracle of renewal, this extraordinary opportunity to begin again in pursuit of justice, prosperity, and peace. From my family to yours, shanah tovah.
"Well yes dear, they are, but they're our kind of uhh...Mau-Maus?
All Saints Day is coming up, I’m sure he will issue a proclamation /sarc off
(the yellow hilite is mine .. the maggot’s theme color)
“How often does he issue statements like this on Christian holidays?”
Do you really have to ask? (I can only assume that your question is rhetorical...)
I certainly did NOT hear about his statement to the Jewish communities for their holidays.
Did I miss something?
OR was there nothing to miss?
Obama is certainly making more & more of us believe that he is Muslim.
Did he read this from a written speech on the teleprompter or did he look straight at the Muslim world and give this speech? just wondering...
To me this is just more proof that he was raised a Muslim and is a Muslim, and he has LIED to the American voters so much, I don't trust or believe any thing that comes out of his mouth...
He has destroyed a Great Nation in just six years...He needs to be stopped in his tracks, so when you vote in four weeks, REMEMBER WHAT WE USE TO HAVE...VOTE LIBERALS, AND DEMOCRATS OUT OF POWER...
Target Coordinates - would go a long way toward solving our ISIS/al queda problem.
No. No. No. Saudi Arabia is not extending visas to the ebola infected countries. Saudi Arabia has doubled security to keep ebola out. Saudi Arabia is doing what we should have done here.
The Post Office celebrates Eid with a stamp.
They also celebrate the tenets of Islam every time they ask a white, American-born elderly lady if she has explosives in her parcel.
good, glad to hear it
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I posted earlier in the thread, I wanted to post this story too in case it had not been already.
His definition of "diverse" must differ from the dictionary.
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