Address in mosque
We observed Pahela Baishak with joy and gaiety. But my feeling got a big jolt when I heard the pre-khutba address of Imam Shaheb in a mosque, located in an area inhabited by the most enlightened people of our society. He criticised the way Pahela Baishakh was observed by millions of Bangladeshis.
As a Muslim I would request the Imams to speak about how the Muslims can enhance their education, scientific and financial advancement and stick to Islam's teaching to be honest, hard working, trustworthy, accountable and patriotic. That only can bring back the glory and honour of Muslims in the world and make others believe that Islam is the religion of peace.
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