“Our advice is to make friends to followers of all religions.”
“We are very thankful to them for being so thoughtful and kind towards their Sikh brothers and sisters. This truly is a reflection of the deep seated human values among various communities across the border. This shows that common people have nothing but love for each other contrary to the common held opinion and how it is portrayed in the media.”
A big deal and good on Sesame Street for taking the step of being inclusive.
“Meeting different people, learning other beliefs, having similar problems and solutions makes you feel not alone,” said Ali Arif, senior integrated life sciences major and event planner for the Muslim Students Association.
“We will never forget what you have done for us in this hour of distress,” wrote Dr Showkat Shaida.
Since the Sikh Gurudwara in the UAE was opened, Sikhs in the country have become more "self-assured of their identity.
In response to the misguided messages, I would like to share some thoughts on the anti-Muslim hate Sikhs endure and why I, along with many other Sikhs I know, continue to stand as allies to our Muslim sisters and brothers.
We cannot find another instance and a parallel, where someone laid down their lives for protection of other's faith. But we can find quite a few examples, when someone laid down his own life for protection of his belief and faith.
On Twitter he offered some thoughts on the anti-Muslim hate that Sikhs endure, and why Sikhs need to stand with Muslims on the issue.
“Every building has its own story to share, and everyone is welcome to find solace in any place of worship. Everyone is allowed to go to any place of worship. This kind of peace and tolerance one can’t find in any other part of the world.”