US Elections 2024: I am a Hindu, it's my duty to realise God's purpose, says Vivek Ramaswamy about Presidential bid
US Presidential Elections: Nikki Haley leads Joe Biden with 55%, new poll shows "My faith is what gives me my freedom. My faith is what led me to this presidential campaign...I am a Hindu. I believe there is one true God.
I believe god put each of us here for a purpose. My faith teaches us that we have a duty, a moral duty to realise that purpose. Those are God's instruments that work through us in different ways, but we are still equal because God resides in each of us.
That's the core of my faith". Reflecting on his upbringing, he highlighted the influence of traditional values instilled by his parents. "My upbringing in a conventional household ingrained in me the values of family as the bedrock, reverence for parents, and sanctity in marriage.
The sanctity of marriage and the respect for parental guidance were central tenets in our family," Ramaswamy affirmed. Also Read | 2024 US Presidential Election: Donald Trump eligible for Colorado's primary ballot, judge dismisses lawsuit In drawing parallels between Hindu and Christian faiths, Ramaswamy emphasised the universality of these 'shared values', transcending specific religious affiliations. "Attending a Christian High School exposed me to the Ten Commandments and Bible teachings.
These principles — the reverence for God, truthfulness, fidelity, and respect for parents — resonate deeply with me. They are not exclusive to any one faith but are inherent to the divine essence itself," he asserted. On his religion being reflected if he is elected President Ramaswamy said., "Can I be a President who can promote Christianity across the country? I can't...I don't think that's what we should want a US President to do either...but will I stand for those shared values? Will I
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