Has extremism finally come to the shores of America?
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani attended Friday Ramadan prayers at the Al-Khoei Islamic Center, where some dangerous were offered up to Allah.
Mamdani’s appearance, which was shared in a clip by MEMRI TV, shows him addressing the congregation, stating, “Last Ramadan, I was with many of you here at the procession on the martyrdom anniversary of Imam Ali,” he said. “It is a privilege to be here with you once again…I stand before you as the first Muslim mayor in our city’s history, and this year is the first Friday prayer that I have attended in that new position,” Mamdani said. “And to do so together—it is a reminder that in this month of Ramadan, as we find moments of reflection, of recommitment, moments of community.”
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After Mamdani’s speech, clips from the service include the imam praying, “I ask Allah to send blessings upon Muhammad and the family of Muhammad and to make me among those who await you [the Mahdi], follow you, and support you against your enemies, and among those who are martyred before you, among the ranks of your loyal ones.”
After this, a prayer went up stating, “Through your hands comes the relief for the believers and the killing of the infidels by your sword.”
NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani attended Friday prayers at Al Khoei Islamic Center, associated with the Alavi Foundation, which the DOJ has cited as an Iranian front; the imam prayed for the Mahdi to strike down non-believers. pic.twitter.com/zmBFrtw7FM
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The concern is not about personal religious devotion. America protects religious freedom. The issue arises when language invokes loyalty against “enemies,” and the killing of others is spoken as a prayer. Words matter — especially when they involve concepts of opposition, enemies and ultimate victory.
For Christians observing this massive shift taking place in New York City, Scripture repeatedly warns believers to discern the times and to pay attention to the signs of the times. This is undoubtedly the moment to pray, seek the face of God and repent on behalf of our nation.
Abby Trivett is a writer and editor for Charisma Media and has a passion for sharing the gospel through the written word. She holds two degrees from Regent University, a B.A. in Communication with a concentration in Journalism and a Master of Arts in Journalism. She is the author of the upcoming book, The Power of Suddenly: Discover How God Can Change Everything in a Moment. For interviews and media inquiries, please contact [email protected].
