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Malay Mail
a day ago
- Politics
- Malay Mail
Malaysia marks Maal Hijrah 1447H with honours and reflection
KUALA LUMPUR, June 27 — The Maal Hijrah 1447H/2025M celebration in eight states and the federal capital today was marked by various meaningful events including religious talks, Quran recitations and the presentation of awards to individuals who have made significant contributions to the religion and the nation. In the city centre, nearly 8,000 attendees, including contingents from ministries, government departments and agencies, as well as foreign dignitaries, gathered at the Malaysia International Trade and Exhibition Centre this morning for the national-level celebration. His Majesty Sultan Ibrahim, King of Malaysia, graced the event at 9.30am, accompanied by Tunku Temenggong of Johor, Tunku Idris Iskandar. Also present were Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim, Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Ahmad Zahid Hamidi and Cabinet ministers. In his royal address, Sultan Ibrahim issued a stern reminder to the community leaders not to use Islam as a political tool for personal gain. At the event, His Majesty also presented the National Tokoh Maal Hijrah award to former Johor Mufti Datuk Nooh Gadot, while Saudi Arabia's Minister of Haj and Umrah, Tawfig Fawzan Muhammed Al-Rabiah, received the International Maal Hijrah Figure award for 1447H/2025M. The theme of this year's national-level Maal Hijrah celebration, 'Membangun Ummah Madani' (Developing a Madani Ummah), calls on Muslims to take lessons from Prophet Muhammad's hijrah to build a more civilised, inclusive and balanced society, both spiritually and physically, while developing a Madani nation. In PAHANG, Tengku Arif Bendahara Tengku Muhammad Iskandar Ri'ayatuddin Shah graced the state-level celebration held at Dewan Jubli Perak Sultan Haji Ahmad Shah in Kuantan. He arrived at 9 am accompanied by his consort, Tengku Natasya Puteri Tengku Adnan, and they were welcomed by the state Islamic Religious Affairs, Rural Development and Orang Asli Committee chairman Datuk Seri Syed Ibrahim Syed Ahmad. At the event, former Pahang Mufti Datuk Seri Abdul Rahman Osman was named the state's Maal Hijrah Figure, receiving RM10,000 in cash, a certificate and a trophy. In MELAKA, Yang Dipertua Negeri Tun Mohd Ali Mohd Rustam, state leaders and over 3,000 Muslims attended the celebration held at Al-Hakeem Mosque in Kampung Tehel last night. Datuk Azmar Talib was named Melaka's Maal Hijrah Figure for 2025 and received the Abu Bakar As-Siddiq award. The 65-year-old Masjid Tanah native said he still has many ideas that he wishes to share to help develop the Muslim economy in Melaka, particularly involving the asnaf (underprivileged) community. He was one of 12 recipients who received awards at the state-level celebration for their services and contributions in empowering the development of Muslims in the state. The Abu Bakar As-Siddiq Award includes an umrah package worth RM10,000 and RM10,000 in cash, while the other 11 recipients each received an educational travel package worth RM3,000 and RM3,000 in cash. In KEDAH, the Sultan of Kedah Al-Aminul Karim Sultan Sallehuddin Sultan Badlishah urged the people to emulate the spirit and noble values of the hijrah in tackling present-day issues such as moral decay, social ills and the deterioration of family institutions. His Royal Highness made the call during the state-level Maal Hijrah assembly in Alor Setar, with Raja Muda of Kedah Tengku Sarafudin Badlishah Sultan Sallehuddin and Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Muhammad Sanusi Md Nor also present. In SABAH, Yang Dipertua Negeri Tun Musa Aman officiated the Maal Hijrah celebration at the Sabah International Convention Centre, which drew 5,000 attendees. Veteran politician Datuk Datu Amir Kahar Datu Mustapha who was active from 1986 to 2008 and once served as Deputy Chief Minister as well as State Agriculture and Fisheries Minister was selected as the male Maal Hijrah Figure. He received RM20,000 in cash, a trophy and a certificate. For the female Maal Hijrah Figure, the award went to Datuk Seri Norsuadah Basah, a former newsreader, announcer, and producer active from 1973 to 1978. She also received RM20,000, a trophy and a certificate. In JOHOR, state Islamic Religious Affairs Committee chairman Mohd Fared Mohd Khalid said the theme 'Membangun Ummah Maju Johor' reflects the state's holistic development vision. 'The Johor government believes that development is meaningless if the people lose their moral compass. 'Therefore, efforts to develop the ummah must go hand-in-hand with state development,' he said at the state-level celebration held at the Iskandar Islamic Centre today. In TERENGGANU, the celebration was led by Yang Dipertuan Muda of Terengganu, Tengku Muhammad Ismail Sultan Mizan at Wisma Darul Iman. Also present were Tengku Sri Mahkota Raja Tengku Datuk Seri Muhammad Mu'az and Tengku Puteri Daulath Raja Tengku Datuk Seri Fatimatuz Zahra'. The royals were welcomed by Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Ahmad Samsuri Mokhtar. Tengku Muhammad Ismail called on Muslims to adopt the spirit of hijrah as a foundation for building a progressive, knowledgeable and virtuous Islamic society. At the event, he presented awards in 15 categories, including the Maal Hijrah Figure award to Datuk Dr Ghazali Ahmad, a nephrology consultant and Head of the Integrated Disease Management Department at the National Heart Institute. Meanwhile, in PENANG, a modest yet lively celebration was held in Bayan Lepas, officiated by Yang Dipertua Negeri Tun Ramli Ngah Talib. Ramli, in his speech, said that this year's national theme, 'Developing a Madani Ummah,' perfectly reflects the spirit of hijrah, a transformation that is not merely physical in nature but encompasses values, mindset, and actions towards building a morally upright society. Also present were his wife Toh Puan Raja Noora Ashikin Raja Abdullah, Deputy Chief Minister I Datuk Mohamad Abdul Hamid and other state leaders. In SARAWAK, Premier Tan Sri Abang Johari Openg called on Muslims to become idea-generators, strategic thinkers and agents of change. 'Let us renew our intentions and understand the true meaning of hijrah. May the new hijrah year mark the beginning of determination, transformation and love for our religion and nation. ''Ummah Maju Makmur' and 'Sarawak Maju Makmur' are not just themes and slogans but our duty and collective mission,' he said. His speech was delivered by Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Awang Tengah Ali Hasan at the state-level Maal Hijrah celebration at Dewan Suarah Bintulu which was attended by 1,200 people. Seventeen awards were presented, including those for Organisational Leadership, Muslim and Non-Muslim Civil Servants, Outstanding SPM Student and Exemplary Family. Also present were Yang Dipertua Negeri Tun Wan Junaidi Tuanku Jaafar, his wife Toh Puan Fauziah Mohd Sanusi, and other state leaders. — Bernama
Malay Mail
a day ago
- Politics
- Malay Mail
Former Johor mufti Nooh Gadot named Tokoh Maal Hijrah 1447h
KUALA LUMPUR, June 27 — Former Johor Mufti Datuk Nooh Gadot has been named the recipient of the National Tokoh Maal Hijrah 1447H/2025M award. His Majesty Sultan Ibrahim, King of Malaysia, presented the award, which includes a cash prize, a trophy and a certificate of appreciation, to the prominent Islamic scholar at the national-level Maal Hijrah Celebration held at the Malaysia International Trade and Exhibition Centre here today. Nooh, 79, was born in Kampung Tekam, Pogoh in Segamat and currently serves as Adviser to the Johor Islamic Religious Council. He served as Johor Mufti from 1999 to 2002 and was appointed in 2008 as the Religious Adviser to the then Sultan of Johor, the late Sultan Iskandar Sultan Ismail. A holder of a PhD in Human Development from Universiti Tun Hussein Onn Malaysia, Nooh has received several accolades, including the Johor Tokoh Maal Hijrah 2009 award and the National Tokoh Maal Hijrah 1434H/2013M award. Speaking to reporters after the event, Nooh expressed his gratitude for the honour. 'May this recognition motivate me to continue serving the ummah and upholding the syiar of Islam,' he said. Meanwhile, Saudi Arabia Minister of Haj and Umrah, Tawfig Fawzan Muhammed Al-Rabiah, 60, was named the recipient of the International Tokoh Maal Hijrah award. He also received a cash prize, a trophy and a certificate. Tawfig has played a pivotal role in modernising pilgrimage services through digital initiatives and international cooperation, in line with the Saudi Vision 2030 agenda. He is also recognised as a reformist in the transformation of Saudi Arabia's health and industrial sectors. A respected scholar, he has authored over 16 research papers in international journals and co-authored a book on high-speed networking, among others. Accompanying His Majesty to the event was Tunku Temenggong Johor Tunku Idris Iskandar. Also present were Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim, Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Ahmad Zahid Hamidi, Minister in the Prime Minister's Department (Religious Affairs) Datuk Dr Mohd Na'im Mokhtar and Cabinet ministers. Nearly 8,000 attendees including contingents from ministries, government agencies and foreign representatives enlivened the event. — Bernama
The Star
a day ago
- Politics
- The Star
Former Johor mufti, Saudi minister named national, international Tokoh Ma'al Hijrah
KUALA LUMPUR: Datuk Nooh Gadot, who is the Sultan of Johor's religious advisor, has been awarded the National Tokoh Ma'al Hijrah award for 2025. The International Tokoh Ma'al Hijrah, meanwhile, has been awarded to the Saudi Arabia Haj and Umrah Minister Dr Tawfig Fawzan Muhammed al-Rabiah. The awards were presented by His Majesty Sultan Ibrahim, King of Malaysia during the national Ma'al Hijrah celebrations at Mitec here Friday (June 27). Nooh, who was the eleventh Johor mufti until 2008, was born on Nov 7, 1946 in Segamat, Johor. He received his early education at Sekolah Melayu Kampung Pagoh, Segamat, Johor. On May 2, 1996, he became the chief assistant director of the Syariah Law Administration Department (Chief Kadi), Grade S2, a post he held until June 1, 1998. He was then appointed the deputy mufti of Johor on July 9, 1998. The following year, he was officially appointed as the mufti of Johor, a position he held from 1999 untll 2008. Meanwhile, Saudi Minister Dr Tawfig, 60, who is a King Saud University and Pittsburgh University graduate, has been in the post since 2021.
Daily Express
17-05-2025
- Politics
- Daily Express
OK for Muslims to attend these events: Council
Published on: Saturday, May 17, 2025 Published on: Sat, May 17, 2025 By: Bernama Text Size: Chairman of the Muafakat Committee, National Council for Islamic Religious Affairs Malaysia (MKI) Datuk Dr Nooh Gadot Kuala Lumpur: It is permissible for Muslims to attend invitations or events for non-Islamic celebrations without any religious rituals, says the Chairman of the Muafakat Committee, National Council for Islamic Religious Affairs Malaysia (MKI) Datuk Dr Nooh Gadot. He stated that this includes open house events or dinner gatherings in conjunction with non-Islamic celebrations and the like, provided that the food served is halal and there is no entertainment or activities prohibited by Islamic law. Advertisement 'However, scholars from the four schools of thought, namely Hanafi, Maliki, Shafi'i and Hambali, have unanimously agreed that it is haram and completely forbidden for Muslims to attend ritual ceremonies of non-Islamic religious celebrations. 'This prohibition includes non-Islamic religious rituals held in places of worship as well as in other venues where such rituals are commonly performed,' he said in a statement on Thursday (May 15). According to him, respecting followers of other religions does not mean supporting or participating in their worship, but participation in any form of other religious celebrations or rituals, whether directly or indirectly, is contrary to Islamic teachings and can undermine faith. 'The participation of Muslims in non-Islamic religious practices brings negative consequences such as undermining the belief in monotheism, violating legal boundaries and references to valid fatwas, creating liberal thoughts without guidance from Islamic law, as well as undermining Islamic identity in society, besides causing confusion among the younger generation,' he said. Advertisement Nooh stated that the Muslim community in Malaysia can refer to the notification regarding 'Muslims Also Celebrate the Religious Holidays of Non-Muslims' published by the Department of Islamic Development Malaysia (Jakim) in 2005, as well as the legal guidelines and state fatwas on this matter. At the same time, he emphasised that maintaining faith is the responsibility of every Muslim and that the Islamic community should avoid any form of participation in the religious rituals of other religions, even for cultural or symbolic reasons. 'Educational institutions, mosques, and the media need to strengthen the proper education of faith based on the beliefs of Ahli Sunnah Wal Jamaah. All parties, including parents, teachers, community leaders, and authoritative bodies, must act wisely to guide the community so that they do not get caught up in the confusion of values between religion and culture. 'The general public is also advised to always preserve their faith and religious sensitivity by not participating in any ceremonies, parades, or religious rituals of non-Islamic faiths. Such participation is feared to cause confusion, spark polemics and jeopardise the harmony of the multi-religious society in this country,' he said. * Follow us on Instagram and join our Telegram and/or WhatsApp channel(s) for the latest news you don't want to miss. * Do you have access to the Daily Express e-paper and online exclusive news? Check out subscription plans available. Stay up-to-date by following Daily Express's Telegram channel. Daily Express Malaysia
New Straits Times
15-05-2025
- Politics
- New Straits Times
MKI: Muslims may attend non-Islamic celebrations if no rituals involved
KUALA LUMPUR: It is 'harus' or permissible for Muslims to attend invitations or events for non-Islamic celebrations without any religious rituals said the Chairman of the Muafakat Committee, National Council for Islamic Religious Affairs Malaysia (MKI) Datuk Dr Nooh Gadot. He stated that this includes open house events or dinner gatherings in conjunction with non-Islamic celebrations and the like, provided that the food served is halal and there is no entertainment or activities prohibited by Islamic law. "However, scholars from the four schools of thought, namely Hanafi, Maliki, Shafi'i, and Hambali, have unanimously agreed that it is haram and completely forbidden for Muslims to attend ritual ceremonies of non-Islamic religious celebrations. "This prohibition includes non-Islamic religious rituals held in places of worship as well as in other venues where such rituals are commonly performed," he said in a statement today. According to him, respecting followers of other religions does not mean supporting or participating in their worship, but participation in any form of other religious celebrations or rituals, whether directly or indirectly, is contrary to Islamic teachings and can undermine faith. "The participation of Muslims in non-Islamic religious practices brings negative consequences such as undermining the belief in monotheism, violating legal boundaries and references to valid fatwas, creating liberal thoughts without guidance from Islamic law, as well as undermining Islamic identity in society, besides causing confusion among the younger generation," he said. Nooh stated that the notification regarding "Muslims Also Celebrate the Religious Holidays of Non-Muslims" published by the Department of Islamic Development Malaysia (JAKIM) in 2005 and the legal guidelines and state fatwas on this matter can be referred to by the Muslim community in Malaysia. At the same time, he emphasised that maintaining faith is the responsibility of every Muslim and that the Islamic community should avoid any form of participation in the religious rituals of other religions, even for cultural or symbolic reasons. "Educational institutions, mosques, and the media need to strengthen the proper education of faith based on the beliefs of Ahli Sunnah Wal Jamaah. All parties, including parents, teachers, community leaders, and authoritative bodies, must act wisely to guide the community so that they do not get caught up in the confusion of values between religion and culture. "The general public is also advised to always preserve their faith and religious sensitivity by not participating in any ceremonies, parades, or religious rituals of non-Islamic faiths. Such participation is feared to cause confusion, spark polemics, and jeopardise the harmony of the multi-religious society in this country," he said.–BERNAMA
