Tony Blair greets British Muslims on Eid, praises Muslims’ contribution
London, : British Prime Minister Tony Blair has greeted the British Muslims on occasion of Eid-ul-Fitr.
In a message, he said, “I am pleased to send my best wishes to British Muslims celebrating Eid-ul-Fitr at the end of the holy month of Ramadan”.
Ramadan is an important and special time for Muslims across the world, he said and added, it is a month of daily fasting during which it reflects on their lives and faith.
The British Prime Minister said, while this Holy Month is obviously of greatest significance to Muslims, it also contains an important message for the whole country, whatever our faith or background.
For through fasting and the giving of “Zakaat”, you remind each and every one of us of our shared obligation to help those less fortunate than ourselves he observed.
The Prime Minister pointed out that celebration of Eid also gives us all a chance to reflect on
the influence and contribution that Islam has made to Britain and the rest of the world.
Islamic art, science and philosophy have enriched all our lives over the centuries. And in Britain, of course, we have benefited immensely from the contribution of British Muslims to our country’s success, prosperity and culture.
“It’s why I believe it is right that we tighten the law to outlaw religious discrimination. It’s why I welcome, too, the increased participation of the Muslim community in public life and I am determined to work with you to build on this in the future” Tony Blair pointed out.
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