TALLAHASSEE, FL (WTXL) -- With Donald Trump winning the presidential election, several groups have expressed concern about the next four years, including Muslims.
A Facebook video shows a Floridian Trump supporter with decals on his truck saying "Kill All the Muslims" and "All Muslims Are Child Molesters."
While Trump hasn't called for the death of Muslims, his comments about them have concerned many.
The Islamic Center of Tallahassee posted the following statement on Facebook:
"This election has left our nation with very divisive wounds; as Muslims and as Americans, we must unite around one cause, which is to heal the divide and give our new leader a chance to lead."
"Nothing is going to happen to hurt the Muslims," said Amro Abdalla, the imam of the center. "We have to think about it this way: be optimistic always."
Abdalla said whatever happens is by the will of Allah, the Islamic concept of God. He says sometimes things that surprise us turn out well.
"The birth of Jesus wasn't expected to happen, especially if there's no father," he said, "A beautiful result happened."
While many Muslims didn't want Trump to become president, Abdalla said having Trump in the White House actually encourages Muslims to draw closer to their faith.
"The moment you feel it is tight, you go directly to your creator, and you ask him for help," he said, "and this is what I'm encouraging everyone who feels scared."
With protests nationwide, the imam said that response is not the Muslim way.
"I am encouraging every Muslim to accept the fact and not to go for violence," Abdalla said. "This is not the correct way, because it's not going to be beneficial."
Abdalla said it's time to accept the election results and work towards peace.
**The Islamic Center of Tallahassee will host an interfaith breakfast on November 19, as part of its efforts to promote peace and unity.
