Ramadan on the Net - 2009 US Presidential Ramadan Greeting (video)

2009 US Presidential Ramadan Greeting

US President Barack Obama offers Ramadan Greetings (video)

Ramadan Kareem

Posted by Rashad Hussain, White House website/blog

As the new crescent moon ushers in Ramadan, the President extends his best wishes to Muslim communities in the United States and around the world.

Each Ramadan, the ninth month on the lunar calendar, Muslims fast daily from dawn to sunset for 29 or 30 days. Fasting is a tradition in many religious faiths and is meant to increase spirituality, discipline, thankfulness, and consciousness of God's mercy. Ramadan is also a time of giving and reaching out to those less fortunate, and this summer, American Muslims have joined their fellow citizens in serving communities across the country. Over the course of the month, we will highlight the perspectives of various faiths on fasting and profile faith-based organizations making real impacts in American cities and towns.

This month is also a time of renewal and this marks the first Ramadan since the President outlined his vision for a new beginning between America and the Muslim world. As a part of that new beginning, the President emphasizes that our relationship with Muslim communities cannot be based on political and security concerns alone. True partnerships also require cooperation in all areas � particularly those that can make a positive difference in peoples� daily lives, including education, science and technology, health, and entrepreneurship - fields in which Muslim communities have helped play a pioneering role throughout history.

The President's message is part of an on-going dialogue with Muslim communities that began on inauguration day and has continued with his statement on Nowruz, during trips to Ankara and Cairo, and with interviews with media outlets such as Al Arabiya and Dawn TV.

As this dialogue continues and leads to concrete actions, the President extends his greetings on behalf of the American people. Ramadan Kareem.

UPDATE: September 19, 2009
Pres. Obama releases statement marking end of Ramadan/beginning of Eid-ul-Fitr
Secretary of State Hillary Clinton's Eid-ul-Fitr Message (Video)

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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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