The American city of Minneapolis plans to allow the call to prayer from loudspeakers at all five daily prayers throughout the year, making it the first major American city to allow it.
According to the news of the Minneapolis Star Tribune, the Minneapolis City Council unanimously decided to amend a law that prevents the call to prayer in the morning, evening and night prayers every day and at certain times of the year because of noise restrictions.
The vote comes as Muslims around the world celebrate the month of Ramadan.
“The constitution does not sleep at night,” said Jilani Hussain, executive director of the Minnesota chapter of the Council on American-Islamic Relations after the vote, adding that Minneapolis’ action showed the world that there is “a nation built on freedom . .” religion keeps its promise.”
“Minneapolis has become a city for all faiths,” said Mohammed Dakoli, imam of the Al-Nur Mosque in Minneapolis, among the many Muslim leaders who witnessed the vote.
It is noteworthy that Minneapolis contains a growing number of immigrants from East Africa and mosques are now widespread. In addition, 3 of the 13 members of the city council are Muslims.
The decision did not encounter any organized community opposition.
Mayor Jacob Frey is expected to approve the measure next week.
Origin: EU
Source: Arabic RT