Bismillah hir Rahman nir Rahim - In the name  of God the Most Beneficent the Most Merciful
Islamic Shura Council of So Cal

Tragedy in Karbala 

 
Karbala Iran

 Anaheim, Jan 21, 2010: Shura Council is appalled at the ongoing sectarian barbarism in Iraq, particularly the recent tragedy near the city of Karbala killing at least 50 and injuring more than 150 men, women and children. "Targeting pilgrims taking part in the commemorations of Arbaeen is heinous," said Dr. Maher Hathout, Chairman of the Shura Council.

 

Earlier in 2007, Muslim leadership had co-authored code of honor reaffirming mutual respect for all schools of thought and Muslim solidarity. This 2007 initiative continues to serve as a viable framework for Muslim communities.

 

"When it comes to interfaith efforts, we are brilliant, but when it comes to intra-Muslim work, we can do more," said Imam Sayed Moustafa Al-Qazwini, a Majlis member of Shura Council and founder and resident scholar of Islamic Education Center of Orange County.

 

"No faith nor reason warrants killing of innocent men, women and children indiscriminately by anyone, anywhere. This is a horrible sin and crime in Islam." said Dr. Muzammil Siddiqi, Chairman of the Fiqh Council of North America.

 

Shura Council calls upon Muslims to reaffirm mutual respect and honor each other at all times. We also ask that Masajid make a special mention after Friday prayers and pray for the deceased and patience for the survivors.

Islamic Shura Council of Southern California  

The Islamic Shura Council is an umbrella organization of Mosques & Muslim organizations serving the Muslims of Southern California. Since 1995, the Council continues to foster the spirit and culture of "working together" at all levels in one of the most diverse and largest Muslim populations in the country. 


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