"Recognize Ye All The Human Race As one" Guru Gobind Singh
Los Angeles Sikhs Pray For US Marines
at Walnut Gurdwara
Sunday, July 19, 2015
Management Committee of Walnut Gurdwara held a prayer vigil for the US marine victims of terrorist shooting at Chattanooga, Tennessee
Dr. Singh with KTLA TV crew
Members of Walnut Gurdwara
Following press release was given to the public, press and KTLA TV Cannel 5 covered event.
During national tragedy of the Chattanooga, Tennessee Marine Victims, Sgt. Carson A. Holmquist, 25 yr. Petty Officer Randall Smith 26 yr. Gunnery Sgt. Thomas Sullivan 40 yr. Lance Cpl. Squire K. Wells 21 yr. Staff Sgt. David A. Wyatt 35 yr., we, the AMERICAN SIKHS, are heartbroken by the tragedy. To pay homage to the victims and for peace and tranquility in the USA and the world, The SIKH Community of Southern California held a Memorial Prayer Vigil.
We pray for those who suffered the loss of loved ones, were injured, and to all those affected by the horrific shootings. We, the SIKHS join our nation during this time of adversity and remember in gratitude for the sympathy and support we got during Sikh temple Shooting in Wisconsin, from all Americans especially from our President, Barack Obama who went so far as to lower the American flags half-mast. We join and salute the first responders, Police officers, faith leaders, and lawmakers who honored the victims and stand together. While many are not educated on religions and different cultures, innocent people tend to get the backlash wrongfully. Let's educate those who may be confused and appeal to all in power to protect all minorities including The Sikhs. The Sikhs are hard working, professionals, sharing and God fearing people. The Sikhs stand against racism and discrimination on all levels. The Sikhs profess the teachings of Guru Nanak of no discrimination on the basis of race, color, creed, sex, work or national origin.
The ceremony included Kirtan of hymns from the Guru Granth Sahib by Giani Raghbir Singh and Bhai Kanwaljit Singh , homage to the victims by the Sikh leaders of various Gurdwaras (the Sikh temples), University Students, and ended by prayer (ARDAS). Also similar prayers were held in the Sikh temples in American cities and around the world. Guru Ka Langar, free meals, which are the hallmark of the Sikh's service to the needy, was served by Family of Satpal Singh in memory of his father.
Released by:
Dr. Amrit Singh, MD, FACC
Spokesman for the Sikh Community Of Southern California
amritsinghmd@gmail.com