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Bush greets Sikhs on Guru’ta Gaddi
celebrations
WSN Network
WASHINGTON:
President
Bush has sent warm greetings to Sikhs across America and worldwide
on the 300th anniversary of the Sikh Scriptures, Guru
Granth Sahib as the community is gearing towards major celebration
of this event in October this year. Sikhs will be celebrating this
auspicious occasion in their respective congregations all over the
world. The Sikh Council on Religion and Education (SCORE)
representative, Sirmukh Singh Manku, received this message from the
White House.
“I send greetings to those celebrating the 300th anniversary of the
Sikh Scriptures”, said President Bush in a message released from the
White House.
Emphasizing the
noble concepts of the Sikh faith, President Bush said, “Sikhism
teaches its followers to respect the equality of all people, defend
the weak, lead lives of compassion and generosity, and work hard.”
“By putting
their beliefs and values into action, Sikhs honor God and provide
comfort to countless individuals.” He added.
He praised the
Sikh community by saying, “I applaud the Sikh community for your
respect for human life and your strong devotion to family and
faith. With this message of compassion, humility, and love, Sikhs
make the world a more peaceful and hopeful place.”
President Bush
further added, “Laura and I send our best wishes on this special
occasion.''
Dr. Rajwant Singh, Chairman of The Sikh Council on Religion and
Education, thanked Bush for extending these greetings to the Sikh
community. He said, “The Sikh community is pleased with President
Bush’s greetings and we appreciate this gesture by the President.
Bush Administration and the White House has always stood with Sikhs
since 9/11 tragedy and its negative impact on the community.”
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June, 2008
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