The U.S. President Joe Biden and first woman Jill Biden congratulated Muslims worldwide on the event of Ramadan Bayram, often known as Eid al-Fitr, which marks the top of the fasting month of Ramadan, whereas the leaders of Germany and the United Kingdom additionally shared comparable messages.
“Jill and I extend our best wishes to Muslim communities across the country and around the world as you celebrate Eid al-Fitr and conclude the holy month of Ramadan,” stated Biden in a written assertion.
Traditionally, Eid al-Fitr is a three-day celebration marked by giant household festivities and prayers.
“With the sighting of the crescent moon, Eid al-Fitr is a festive celebration where Muslims feast after the holy month of fasting, decorate their homes, give gifts to loved ones, wear new clothes, and visit family and friends. I am moved by the generosity that is shown from families that can provide food and give charity to those in need through Zakat-al-Fitr,” Biden stated.
“As we celebrate our blessings this Eid, let us also recommit ourselves to the timeless work of building peace and standing up for the rights and dignity of all people,” he stated.
“My Administration is also committed to addressing all forms of hate, including Islamophobia. This is why I established an interagency task force with senior government officials to tackle this and related challenges and encourage every American to build a more inclusive nation,” he added.
He stated that they’ll rejoice Eid al-Fitr on the White House once more this yr to “honor inspiring Muslim Americans who are making contributions across our country.”
“To all celebrating, Jill and I wish you and your loved ones a happy and blessed Eid al-Fitr. Eid Mubarak!” he added.
“The festival at the end of Ramadan is one of the great religious festivals in our country,” German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier stated in an announcement, including that after a month of reflection and renunciation, Muslim households, buddies and neighbors will now come collectively to rejoice.
Steinmeier stated the Eid al-Fitr pageant can also be a chance to strengthen dialogue and understanding between totally different cultures and religions in Germany.
“I hope that people of other faiths and non-believers will take this opportunity to engage in conversation with Muslims and know more about one of the two important festivals in Islam,” he stated.
“In our culturally diverse society, the more we approach each other with curiosity, openness and respect, the more successful would be the harmonious coexistence of differences,” he added.
Steinmeier additionally thanked Muslims who organized campaigns in current weeks and months to mobilize assist for the victims of the devastating Feb. 6 earthquakes in Türkiye and Syria.
“Muslims, Islamic communities and organizations from Germany have supported the people in the disaster area with donations and aid campaigns, and they continue to do so. My heartfelt thanks goes to all the helpers today,” he stated.
A rustic of over 84 million individuals, Germany has the second-largest Muslim inhabitants in Western Europe after France. It is residence to almost 5 million Muslims, in keeping with official figures.
British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak additionally despatched his warmest needs to Muslims within the U.Ok. as they marked Eid.
“Eid is a timely opportunity to acknowledge the shared values which bind us together, particularly your compassion and dedication to contribute to charity and philanthropy,” he stated in an announcement.
“This was evident earlier this year, through the community’s outstanding response to support the victims of the earthquakes in Türkiye and Syria.”
Paying tribute to the “incredible” contribution the Muslim neighborhood makes to the nation, he stated: “Whether it be in business, sports, media, our public services, or of course our NHS (National Health Service) and armed forces, British Muslims are helping to make the country the success it is.”
“Eid Mubarak to everyone observing it today,” he stated, including that he seems to be ahead to welcoming representatives from the British Muslim neighborhood to Downing Street to rejoice.
Source: www.dailysabah.com
