PM: Learn from Muslim way for life

AS the Muslim community celebrates Eid-ul-Fitr, the Prime Minister is urging the public to “learn from its Muslim brothers and sisters.”

In his message for the occasion on Saturday, Dr Rowley said he believes they have deepened their faith and devotion to the “tenants of their religion,” which can help TT become a more disciplined, productive and tolerant society. These include submission, surrender and obedience.

He said he understands the month has been challenging owing to the covid19 pandemic, but the community’s “unshakable belief in obedience to God,” has been assisting them.

“Today, I applaud the Muslim community for what has been a month of great sacrifice but also for their generous outpouring to those, who are weak, vulnerable and in need, during the covid19 pandemic.

“God, in his divine power, has given man the capability to gain knowledge, the ability to think, the sense to determine the difference between right and wrong, and the freedom of will and action. This period, I know, will certainly help the community’s members to find ways to overcome the obstacles and earthly challenges that covid19 presents across the globe.”

He urged the public to view Muslims as exemplary figures as they demonstrate self-sacrifice and selflessness.

“As the Muslim community celebrates today, with the exchange of gifts, the giving of alms, and seeking a more devoted life of piety, love and altruism, let us all, in this nation, show goodness, love and compassion, sharing what we can with a neighbour, a friend or even a stranger, in need.

“Let us all learn from our Muslim brothers and sisters that obedience to God also means the spirit of giving and caring for others. Let’s make sharing with others, a permanent part of our daily lives, so that we can have better communities and by extension a better country with compassion for each other in our daily activities.”