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Eid-ul-Adha and the 15th Remembrance of 9/11 – How Should Muslims Proceed?

Eid-ul-Adha and the 15th Remembrance of 9/11 – How Should Muslims Proceed?

Last updated on: September 8, 2016 at 4:30 pm by Dilshad Ali

Eid-ul-Adha and the 15th Remembrance of 9/11 – How Should Muslims Proceed? 2016-09-08T16:30:56-04:00 Dilshad Ali

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Zainab Chaudry, “The Table Spread” – Don’t Downplay Celebrations, but Be Cautious

Many American Muslims understandably worry that Islam-haters will use this juxtaposition of our Eid-ul-Adha celebratons and the 15th observance of 9/11 to falsely claim that Muslims are celebrating a tragedy.

To my concerned Muslim brothers and sisters, my message is simple:

We are not responsible for 9/11. Our religion does not condone terror. Our communities have grieved and suffered alongside our friends and neighbors of all faiths. We continue to do so. For 15 long years we have also shouldered the misplaced burden of blame for these attacks.

There is no justice or logic in us continuing to pay the price for an act that does not reflect our values or beliefs. Eid al-Adha is known as the ‘Festival of Sacrifice.” It commemorates the willingness of Prophet Abraham to sacrifice his son as an act of submission to God’s command.

I urge you to take security precautions because this political climate demands it. But, don’t punish Muslim children or diminish the significance of Eid by downplaying our traditions. Instead, let’s leverage this occasion to also celebrate our nation’s heroes.

This is an opportunity to honor the sacrifice of 9/11 families who paid the ultimate price years ago, as Prophet Abraham was willing to do so centuries ago — steadfast and abiding in the love of God.

It deserves full distinction.

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