Vandals have scrawled a Nazi symbol and the words "No Shariah" on a Sikh temple in Glasgow.
The green graffiti was daubed on walls at Central Gurdwara in the city centre last week.
Police are now hunting the vandals who wrote the Islamophobic slurs on the iconic temple near Charing Cross.
Temple leaders blasted those responsible for the "disgraceful" incident.
Surjit Singh Chowdhary, Vice-President of Central Gurdwara Singh Sabha said:"The Sikh community completely abhors the hateful ideology of Islamophobia.
"We are in complete shock that such disgraceful words were put on the walls of this great Gurdwara.
"The Sikh community's gift to Glasgow has been commandeered as a platform for the hateful messages which do not belong in our country.
"We hope that Glasgow stands shoulder to shoulder with us and we extend an open welcome to everyone to learn about Sikhs and our Gurdwara.
"The only way to challenge hate is through education to promote understanding of Scotland's diverse communities."
Scottish Labour leader Jim Murphy also urged anyone with information to come forward.
The Sikh community is a vital part of Scotland. It's shameful that the iconic Gurdwara has been vandalised. Call the police if you have info
- Jim Murphy (@JimForScotland) April 13, 2015
Police Scotland have launched an investigation into the incident.
Charandeep Singh, General Secretary of Glasgow Gurdwara, said: "These words represent ignorance at its worst.
"Unfortunately in this climate of rampant Islamophobia, members of the Sikh community have fallen victim too.
"Instances ranging from jeers of 'Taliban' or 'Bin Laden' directed at turban-wearing Sikh men, to the firebombing of a Gurdwara in Kent after the 7/7 London terrorist attacks have beset the Sikh community.
"This episode is a sad reminder that Sikhs, Muslims, Jews and other minorities face public ridicule and criminal attacks which go against the values of our society.
"The perpetrators here are totally ignorant to the values of the Sikh community and the contribution made by Sikhs over nearly 100 years.
"This sad incident should energise our political leaders and fellow citizens to continue the campaign to root out such hateful beliefs.
"We will continue our dialogue with the police, local and national politicians to create an inclusive society and celebrate the contributions made by Scottish Sikhs to our country."
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