Dar Al-Hijrah Islamic Center

REPUDIATES PRAISE FOR FORT HOOD KILLINGS

(FALLS CHURCH, VA., 11/9/09)

Dar Al-Hijrah Islamic Center repudiates hate-filled statements made by a former imam who praised the recent killings at Fort Hood in Texas.

As we understand the teaching of the scriptures, our mission and method as Americans of faith is to enrich our society with service, wisdom and beautiful preaching of God's love and mercy to all of mankind.

We openly denounce the statement of Mr. Al-Awlaki as posted on his website. During Mr. Al-Awlaki's short employment at our center, his public speech was consistent with the values of tolerance and cooperation. After returning to Yemen, Mr. Awlaki now claims that the American Muslims who have condemned the violent acts of Major Hasan have committed treason against the Muslim Umaah [community] and have fallen into hypocrisy. With this reversal, Mr. Al-Awlaki has clearly set himself apart from Muslims in America.

We at Dar Al-Hijrah Islamic Center reiterate our condemnation of this brutal murder.  We continue to send our condolences and prayers for the recovery of all the families and victims of this godless act.

Dar Al-Hijrah Islamic Center is one of the largest and diverse Islamic Centers in the nation. We are committed to serve the community as a place of worship, education and social services. Learn more at www.daralhijrah.net

CONTACT: Imam Johari Abdul-Malik,
         Director of Outreach, (202) 345-5233
Dar Al-Hijrah Islamic Center
3159 Row Street NW
Falls Church, VA 22044
Tel: (703) 536-1030
Fax: (202) 536-1035
URL: http://www.darhijrah.net
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