Global Courant
TORONTO
US President Joe Biden congratulated Muslims on Tuesday on the occasion of Eid al-Adha.
Biden and First Lady Jill Biden conveyed their best wishes to everyone celebrating the holiday.
A statement released by the White House noted that the holiday “commemorates the story of Abraham and his family’s ultimate devotion to God.”
Biden said that Muslim community leaders will come together for the first time this year to celebrate Eid al-Adha at the White House, hosted by Vice President Kamala Harris and his wife Jill.
We are proud to be home to millions of Muslims in the USA who enrich our country’s cultural fabric and contribute to our common well-being.
Pointing to the contributions of American Muslims to the country in various fields, Biden said, “their presence strengthens our commitment to diversity, inclusion and freedom of religion.”
In his message emphasizing compassion, empathy and mutual respect, he also referred to the pilgrimage performed during Eid al-Adha.
“The pilgrimage brings together people from every continent and corner of the world in a spirit of equality, leaving their worldly possessions and wearing simple, white ihram garments. “This idea is similar to the ideas on which our nation is built – that we are all created equal and have the right to live and to seek freedom and happiness,” he said.
“May the spirit of Eid-al-Adha bring joy, peace and unity to your hearts and homes. We look forward to welcoming our ‘Hajj’ American Muslim pilgrims to their homes. We wish them and Muslims around the world a joyful and peaceful holiday to you. Eid Mubarak! ” Biden said.
US Secretary of State Antony Blinken congratulated the Muslim world on Eid al-Adha and conveyed his best wishes to the Muslims who are on pilgrimage.
“I celebrate Eid-al-Adha to Muslims at home and around the world. For those who celebrate, Eid-al-Adha is a powerful reminder of our societal obligation to take care of one another.”
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