By Abdel Aziz Dimapunong, al haj.
Imam, Masjid Al khairi
In his comprehensive Inaugural Address
last January 20, 2009
President Barack Hussein Obama
Made the following captivating statements to the Muslims and Hindus:
…We remain the most prosperous, powerful nation on earth.
…Our capacity remains undiminished.
… We are a nation of Christians and Muslims, Jews and Hindus – and non-believers.
…We are shaped by every language and culture, drawn from every end of the earth.
… And that America must play its role in ushering in a new era of peace
To the Muslim World, we seek a new way forward,
based on mutual interest and mutual respect.
Barack Hussein Obama
President, United States of America
January 20, 2009
As a Muslim and part of the Muslim World, may I say:
ALHAMDULILLAH
THANK YOU MR. PRESIDENT,
FOR recognizing the Muslims and for being thoughtful for a new era of peace based on common interest and reciprocal respect
As the Imam of the Alkhairi Mosque,
I led a Prayer for the success of your Presidency,
Believing that the Achievement of you’re Administration
MEANS JOY TO EVERYONE
AND GLORY TO THE WORLD.
AMEEN.
GOD BLESS YOU AND GOD BLESS AMERICA
AMEEN
Imam Abdel-Aziz Dimapunong, Masjid Alkhairi, Manila
Below is the video clip of the President’s inaugural address:
