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STATEMENT of SYMPATHY and CONDEMNATION |
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Thursday, 13 September 2012 04:13 |
We at the Islamic Center of Nashville (ICN) strongly condemn in the strongest possible terms the extremist attacks on U.S. diplomatic compounds in Libya and Egypt on Tuesday, September 11th. We extend our deepest condolences to the families of U.S. Ambassador Christopher Stevens and the other three American personnel who were killed in the attack. Our heartfelt sympathy goes out to them at this tragic time. Ambassador Stevens was a diplomat and friend to the people of Libya; we commend him and U.S. envoys in Libya and elsewhere for their dedication to peace.
Events in both nations claimed to be in reaction to an online film considered extremely offensive to Islam. We strongly condemn this extreme provocation by a reckless person who produced a movie to defame our prophet. We also condemn the irresponsible behavior of those who promote this highly obnoxious movie.
We strongly condemn these treacherous acts and murder by extremists in the name of our beloved Prophet. It is important to emphasize that it is a greater defamation of the teachings of the Prophet Muhammad and the Qur’an to react with violence and murder of innocent people - one of the greatest sins in Islam - than any claimed insult from an Islamophobic film. Those who responded in such a manner would do well to instead study the Prophet Muhammad's example in the face of harm. On a daily basis, Prophet Muhammad was exposed to demeaning abuse for 13 years during the early years of his mission. His response was not to return insult for insult or hurt for hurt but to pray for his persecutors and overlook their insults. In a famous Islamic tradition, he stated: "It is not allowed to cause harm to others or to return harm for harm". It is also an Islamic principle that one does not blame or punish another for the crimes of another; the employees at the embassies were in no way responsible for the reckless actions of either Terry Jones or the producers of the film, who were surely delighted that Muslims reacted as they did to this purposeful provocation. Such actions and reactions are but a vicious cycle of hate that benefits no one and as occurred yesterday, can be potentially dangerous and even deadly.
We at ICN are committed to upholding the right to freedom of expression, and we unconditionally condemn any use of violence as a means to protest offensive or hateful speech. In the United States, this fundamental, inalienable right is protected by the First Amendment to the U.S. Constitution. The answer to speech we find deeply offensive is more speech -- speech that tells the true story of Islam -- not censorship or violence. Acts of violence carried out in the name of Islam are a greater offense against Islam than the content of any film or speech.
We advise our Muslim brethren to remain calm, patient and forgive this senseless act of these provocateurs just as our Prophet Muhammad would have done. We also urge both fellow Muslims and fellow Americans to "Work together" for a more peaceful world and take this opportunity to redouble efforts towards peace and harmony through increased outreach, dialogue, and understanding
Peace be with you.
CONTACT: For more Information, call
Amir Arain, M.D.
Director of Public Relations.
Islamic Center of Nasville
Cell: (615) 668-4381 |
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The First Day of Ramadan is FRIDAY 20, 2012 |
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Friday, 20 July 2012 00:04 |
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The first day of fasting for Ramadan will begin on Friday, July 20, in Nashville and Middle Tennessee, in agreement with local mosques. At the Islamic Center of Nashville, 'Isha prayers will begin at 9:40PM tonight (Thursday) followed by taraweeh prayers.
From Friday, the Isha jamaat will change to 9:30PM. Also, Fajr jamaat at the masjid will be held 20 minutes after the Fajr time comes in (Friday, the Fajr comes in at 4:23AM and the jamaat will be held at 4:43AM). Please go to ICN website for the prayer times for July, andy any other annoucement.
Iftar dinner will be provided every night insha Allah Ramadhan Kareem! May Allah (SWT) accept and bless our fasting, Ameen!
Sincerely,ICN Management
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Family Picnic: To Support Murfessboro Muslim Community |
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