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Major Victory For Hindus As Oregon Department of Education Recognizes Distinction Between Swastika And Nazi Hakenkreuz

July 19, 2024
The Commune

In a significant achievement for Hindus in the United States, the Oregon Department of Education has officially recognised the difference between the auspicious symbol ‘Swastika’ and the Nazi Hakenkreuz.

This decision represents “a significant step forward in preserving the sanctity of our symbols for future generations,” according to the Hindu American Foundation (HAF), a US advocacy group, in a post on X on Thursday (18 July 2024).

“A Historic Win for Our Community! Thanks to the tireless advocacy of our supporters in Oregon, the Oregon Department of Education has officially recognised the distinction between the Nazi hakenkreuz and our sacred swastika. This monumental decision marks a significant step forward in preserving the sanctity of our symbols for future generations. This victory wouldn’t have been possible without your unwavering support and dedication. Let’s continue to educate and spread awareness about the true meaning of our sacred swastika,” the HAF stated.

The Oregon Education Department explained that while the hooked cross image is commonly called a ‘swastika’, the correct term for the Nazi and Neo-Nazi symbol is ‘hakenkreuz’, the German word for ‘hooked cross’.

” ‘Swastika’ is a Sanskrit word symbolizing auspiciousness and elements of the natural world in many religions and cultures, including Hinduism, Buddhism, Judaism, Jainism, and some Native American traditions,” the department added.

They further clarified that the Swastika’s association “with racism and the Holocaust was a corruption by the Nazi party. Neo-Nazi use of this symbol is intended to intimidate specific communities.”

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