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Krishnamoorthi reads from the Gita at bipartisan prayer service
Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi was the sole representative of the Hindu faith at the event.
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Congressman Krishnamoorthi, his son, and his parents outside Saint Peter’s Church on Capitol Hill before the Congressman’s reading from the Bhagavad-Gita. / Courtesy Photo
Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi participated in the Bipartisan Interfaith Prayer Service, held on the first day of the 119th Congress, where he represented the Hindu faith by reading a passage from the Bhagavad Gita.
The service, held to bless the incoming Congress before it officially begins its two-year term, was widely attended by members from both political parties.
Congressman Krishnamoorthi was the sole representative of the Hindu faith at the event, which also featured remarks from Speaker of the House Mike Johnson (R-LA) and Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries (D-NY).
Reflecting on the significance of his participation, Krishnamoorthi stated, “Years ago, Hindu Americans were not included at prayer services in our nation’s capital. I’m grateful that we now have a seat at the table and that I can play a part in spreading the beautiful blessings of the Hindu faith to my colleagues, both Republican and Democrat. Together we prayed for peace and prosperity, and in doing so are better equipped to tackle our nation’s toughest challenges ahead.”
During the service, Congressman Krishnamoorthi read the following passage from the Bhagavad Gita (Chapter 18, Verses 57-58):
“The Supreme Lord said: In all activities just depend upon Me and work always under My protection.In such devotional service, be fully conscious of Me.
If you become conscious of Me, you will pass over all the obstacles of conditional life by My grace.If, however, you do not work in such consciousness but act through false ego, not hearing Me, you will be lost.”
The bipartisan service served as a symbolic reminder of unity and shared purpose as lawmakers prepare to address the challenges of the new legislative term.
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