The Gaza Conflict has been ongoing for three days with both sides having exchanged air strikes. The strikes by Israel intensified heavily yesterday as they targeted key terrorist locations in the Gaza Strip. Three causalities have been reported in Israel, while over 30 have been claimed dead in Gaza, including 6 children. Since the 141 mile area of the Gaza Strip is populated densely by 1.7 million, even the smallest of the targets can result in civilian casualties.
Although Sikhs are not directly affected by the Israel-Gaza conflict, it is the duty of all to stand for injustice and pray for world peace. In the month of November, Sikhs remember the courage of Guru Hargobind Sahib Ji that resulted in freedom of 52 Hindu kings. Sikhs have always fought against injustices while praying for “Chardi Kala”, or high spirits, of all beings.
As Sikhs, we denounce any acts of violence by the Hamas, but also condemn air strikes by Israel that have caused civilian casualties.
We call upon all Sikhs to pray for World peace. Every individual should remember the sacrifices made by Sikh Gurus and Shaheeds. Please pray and seek peace for our entire humanity.
ਜਗਤੁ ਜਲੰਦਾ ਰਖਿ ਲੈ ਆਪਣੀ ਕਿਰਪਾ ਧਾਰਿ ॥ ਜਿਤੁ ਦੁਆਰੈ ਉਬਰੈ ਤਿਤੈ ਲੈਹੁ ਉਬਾਰਿ ॥
The world is going up in flames – shower it with Your Mercy, and save it. Save it, and deliver it, by whatever method it takes.
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