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President Obama issues Muslim holiday, Mecca pilgrimage statement
Catholic Culture ^ | October 8, 2014 | Diogenes

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 world’s 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 one’s 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 world’s 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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TOPICS: Culture/Society; Government; Philosophy
KEYWORDS: aclumia; mosqueandstate; muslim; obama; obamaonreligion; proislamist
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To: Ancesthntr

The possibilities are truly frightening. The Hajj should be canceled for this year at the very least.


61 posted on 10/09/2014 1:56:50 AM PDT by wita
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To: Travis McGee

Every time I see his picture, I think of baseball bats.


62 posted on 10/09/2014 2:05:15 AM PDT by Octar
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To: wita
The Hajj should be canceled for this year at the very least.

I agree. However, I doubt that the Grand High Batshit Crazy, Child-Molesting Mullah In Charge is going to cancel the Hadj on the word of a Christian and a Jew. :>)

63 posted on 10/09/2014 10:19:03 AM PDT by Ancesthntr ("The right to buy weapons is the right to be free." A. E. van Vogt)
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To: NYer; GeronL; Nachum
As our Muslim neighbors and friends gather for Eid celebrations, Muslim Americans are among the millions of pilgrims joining one of the world’s 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 one’s tribe or sect, race or religion, gender or age, we are equals in humanity.”

Mr. President, YOU LIE.

#ISLAMICSEGREGATIONISTSANDSUPREMACISTS,” he continued. “Hajj brings together Muslims from around the world – Sunni and Shiite – to share in reverent prayer, side by side.

64 posted on 10/10/2014 7:27:17 AM PDT by a fool in paradise (Hey Obama: If Islamic State is not Islamic, then why did you give Osama Bin Laden a muslim funeral?)
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To: NYer

I can’t find any remarks commemorating Rosh Hashana this year from 0bama.


65 posted on 10/10/2014 7:30:43 AM PDT by combat_boots (The Lion of Judah cometh. Hallelujah. Gloria Patri, Filio et Spiritui Sancto!)
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To: BeadCounter

You know, he did that a day or two after she was beheaded, too. That letter was intentional.

AKA, he approved.


66 posted on 10/10/2014 7:35:47 AM PDT by combat_boots (The Lion of Judah cometh. Hallelujah. Gloria Patri, Filio et Spiritui Sancto!)
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