Ramadan on the Net - Secretary of State Hillary Clinton's Eid-ul-Fitr Message (Video

Secretary of State Hillary Clinton's
Eid-ul-Fitr Message (Video - 2009)

Here is the transcript of the Secretary's remarks:

"Hello, and Eid Mubarak. I'm delighted to celebrate the end of Ramadan by wishing all of you a happy Eid. In 1996, my husband and I were privileged to host the first ever White House Eid celebration, which has now become a tradition. And this year, I hosted an Iftar at the State Department, with Muslims and non-Muslims attending. We hope that reinforces every year that all faiths have a home here in the United States.

For Muslims all over the world, Eid ul-Fitr marks the end of a holy month of fasting and prayer. This time of self-reflection reminds us that the values of Islam - charity, community, cooperation, compassion - are values which we hold dear as Americans and which have contributed so much to American culture.

As President Obama said in Cairo, the United States seeks a new beginning with Muslims around the world, one based on mutual interest and mutual respect. We know there is more that unites peoples of faith than divides us. So as Ramadan draws to a close, let us hold on to that spirit of community throughout the year to achieve our common goals of peace, prosperity, and stability. And I wish all of you a very happy year as well. Thank you."

Visit the State Department's Blog for transcript translations in these languages: Arabic, Indonesia, Chinese, Dari, French, German, Hebrew, Hindi, Malay, Pashto, Persian, Punjabi, Russian, Spanish, Turkish, & Urdu

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katherine from New Hampshire, US

07:58 09/21/2009

I am sending this in honor or your celebration with you and your family in my thoughts.

Mother of Two from Virginia, US

14:03 09/20/2009

Thank for being the good role model as a first black talent president to the muslim worlds.I want us to be more regonized and have good reputation as being a muslim.Keep spreading the good words and true islam to make the world a better place to live peacefully,no matter what religion you are.Happy Eid Mubarak to all muslims and may Allah blessed you are your family,President Obama.

sae'd from Philippines

22:13 09/19/2009

Mr.President thank you for your most greetings to all muslims in world . . .May allah Subhanaho Wata'ala Bless All Muslims in the world .. . Ei'd Mubarak to all Muslims. . .in the philippines and world

Lucy Lunt from Texas, US

15:48 09/19/2009

Dear President Obama, God bless you for your intelligent, tolerant and wise greetings to people throughout the world. Thank you for working for well being of all the world. Peace and all blessings to you and your family....

Prasuli from Iran

13:30 09/19/2009

Dear President Obama Thank you for your message of frinedship and understanding. May God all mighty help you in your efforts in bringing peace through dialogue to the worlds' nations.

Amina Barka Adamu from Nigeria

04:45 09/15/2009

may Allah bless you mr president for bless the whole muslims around the world Ramdan Kareem may Allah bless you sir.

SYED MUJASIM from India

07:39 09/02/2009

allah bless u as president for ever, and reward u more than your good expectations, assalam alaikum

M M HANIFFA from Qatar

20:16 08/27/2009

It is a great gesture of goodwill on the part of the USA President towards Muslims of the world. This is a blessing for the Muslim world that should lead the world to establish peace on earth! Salaam!

Laiba

18:26 08/25/2009

If the us president would be bold enough to read the opening prayer of the Quran.Alhamdo.It will be a huge impact on his status of understanding the message of Allah. Its the light of both the worlds.?What was Adam the profet given. WIND FOR LIFE. That the soul. Wind we breath.Angels and Allah knows our taughts.Iqraa read please.Salaams. Peace

Syed Hashim Husain from India

09:35 08/22/2009

Respected Sir, I know that you are the best American President ever. Thank You on Behalf of All Shia Muslim Community.May God Bless you and your Country.

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Secretary of State Hillary Clinton's Eid-ul-Fitr Message (Video - 2009)

Secretary of State Hillary Clinton's
Eid-ul-Fitr Message (Video - 2009)