Imam of Al Noor mosque, “the world can see in us an example of love and unity.”
or the Friday congregational prayer, the Jumu’ah, which was broadcast at 1:30 pm. It was followed by two minutes of silence to honor the 50 people killed in the horrific attack.
The Prime Minister addressed the crowd in Arabic when she arrived, saying, “According to the prophet Mohammed… The believers in their mutual kindness, compassion and sympathy are just like one body. When any part of the body suffers, the whole body feels pain. New Zealand mourns with you, we are one”.“Brothers and sisters in Islam, brothers and sisters in humanity, brothers and sisters in New Zealand.
Of the slain from last week’s attack, the Imam said, “Our loss of you is a gain to New Zealand’s unity and strength. Your departure is an awakening not just for our nation but for all humanity. Your martyrdom is a new life for New Zealand and a chance of prosperity for many. The Imam also addressed Islamophobia, saying, “Islamaphobia kills. We call upon governments around the world, including New Zealand and neighbouring countries to bring an end to hate speech and the politics of fear. The martyrdom of 50 people and the injury of 42 did not come overnight, it was the result of the anti-Muslim rhetoric of some political leaders, media agencies and others.
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