Among scholars and Muslims also welcomed the steps the U.S. government. What
they are doing is an effective approach in introducing the Islamic
culture for the majority of the public in the land of Uncle Sam, since
Islam is as much a part of American history for hundreds of years.Unique way of honoring Muslims to worship in the holy month of Ramadan has recently demonstrated the United States Transportation Security Administration (TSA). The authority appealed to all visitors who wish to travel not surprised to see the activities of Muslims during Ramadan at the airport. The same thing has been delivered to the TSA airport and airline workers.
U.S. News reported earlier this week, TSA issued a notice which contains rituals that Muslims may be done at the airport. Of them taking ablution in airport toilet, praying on the plane, and read Al-Quran on the plane or the airport.
"TSA security officials have warned that there may be passengers who practice prayer or meditation during Ramadan," the TSA statement said.
Non-Muslim passengers are asked not to shock or officer acted appropriately and if the witness Muslim worship. Do not be surprised if you find Muslims also wash their feet and hands in the toilet.
"Before prayer, Muslims purify themselves, for example cleaning or washing a few members of the body that is usually done in an enclosed cultivated, but occasionally performed in an airport toilet," said TSA statement again.
Non-Muslim passengers were also asked to act normal if you see the Muslim Koran in an airport or airplane. "They also may bring beads and often recited prayers in a whisper," explained TSA.
This edict was welcomed by the Council on American-Islamic Relations, Muslim advocacy organization in the country. "We appreciate the TSA take the initiative in this matter and have helped to prevent any misunderstandings in the public and security forces," said the organization's spokesman, Ibrahim Hooper.
Institutions Muslim Public Affairs Council also welcomed the decision by the TSA. According to the coordinator, Haris Tarin, the suggestion of TSA was a good example of the government in introducing the Islamic culture to the American public.
"We welcome any TSA efforts in creating an atmosphere of mutual understanding," Tarin said, as quoted in the CNN news station page. According to him, at the same time, appeal the TSA can summon Muslims habit that still seem foreign to many people in America.
1st Ramadan 1434 H in the United States fell on Tuesday, July 9, 2013. U.S. Muslims will fast in the heat of the summer sun. In this month, the sun could rise more than 15 hours a day.
Tradition Leader
President Barack Obama, like previous years, congratulated fasting for Muslims in the United States and around the world. In a statement, he interpret Ramadan as a month of reflection, and strengthen commitment to peace.
"With the start of the holy month of Ramadan, Michelle and I extend our best wishes to all Muslim communities in the United States and around the world," Obama said as published on the White House website, Tuesday, July 8, 2013.
Ramadan according to Obama is now world's 1.5 billion Muslims gather with friends and celebrate the principles that unite people of all faiths. "A commitment to peace, justice, equality and compassion as a human being. Bond is much stronger than the differences that often divide us," he said.
Month of Ramadan as well, he said, reminded of the importance of the rights to freedom, dignity and equal opportunity as men. It is these values which, according to Obama being fought by the people in the Middle East and North Africa, as millions of refugees celebrate Ramadan away from their homes.
"The United States stands with those who are striving to build a world where every person can determine their own future and to practice their faith freely, without fear of violence under surveillance," he said.
In addition, Obama said, Ramadan is also reminded of the importance of the role of Muslims in building the American nation. Of which are in the fields of science, the creation of jobs and meet the needs of the community.
"I am honored to perform iftar at the White House for four years, and this year I can not wait to welcome Muslim Americans who contributed in this country as an entrepreneur, activist and artist," he said.
Islam is not a new religion for the American people. Even Islam itself has become a part of U.S. history since hundreds of years ago.
"So Islam has become an integral part of our nation's history. Muslims are an important part of our country," the Special Envoy of the U.S. Secretary of State for Muslim Communities, Farah Anwar Pandith, to headline some time ago.
He also pointed out that, prior to Obama's presidency, American leaders demonstrate a unique way of honoring Islam. For example, at the time of President Thomas Jefferson, who ruled during 1801-1809. He lays out a complete copy of the Qur'an in his bookcase. In addition, John Quincy Adams (1825-1829) was the first U.S. president to hold a banquet iftar with the Ambassador of Tunisia.
Then more than 50 years ago, said Pandith, President Dwight Eisenhower knew no special place for Muslims to worship in Washington DC. Finally he gave a plot of land for Muslim Washington and say, they want a place of worship can be built on it. Now, on the ground it stands the Islamic Center of Washington DC.
Bill Clinton while in office as the president held the first Eid celebration at the White House. President Gerald Ford and Jimmy Carter also gives little time to participate pray at iftar time.
In addition, President George W. Bush also put a Koran in his library at the White House. Bush is the first U.S. president to appoint a Muslim to be a U.S. priest's mission of religious freedom in the world.
However, of all the presidents who tried to embrace the Muslim community, she has had no one as good as Obama.
President Obama is trying to embrace Muslims around the world. Some time ago he had gone to Turkey and try to establish a relationship with the Muslims there. President Obama has an agreement based respect and shared interests. In any department in the U.S., we all adopt the Obama mission.
"Islam in the U.S. would be great, and President Obama has never talked about this. One thing I need to emphasize, there is no contradiction between being a Muslim and being a U.S. citizen," Pandith said.
From a business standpoint, the U.S. Muslim community has the highest purchasing power among other people, which is about U.S. $ 200 billion (R1, 7 billion). It was a very large amount. According to Gallup pollsters, the Muslim community is also one that has the highest education and income. American Muslims are not to be taken lightly. (Sj)
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