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Posted: 21 Aug 2011 06:02 PM PDT

So, never mind what happens during Anwar's trial. And never mind whether they do or do not put Najib on trial. Everyone's mind is already set. They already believe what they believe. And whatever you or the court may say is not going to change this belief.

NO HOLDS BARRED

Raja Petra Kamarudin

A Christian will believe that Jesus Christ was the last Prophet and that Jesus died and came back to life three days later and went to heaven and will come back to earth later.

A Muslim will believe that Muhammad was the last Prophet and that Prophet Muhammad's miracle is the Quran and that the Quran is the word of God revealed to Prophet Muhammad through Gabriel.

An atheist would believe that both beliefs are stupid and have no substance since none of these beliefs have any supporting evidence and are based purely on faith and that 'faith' is a word that is used in the absence of evidence.

So, the Christian will believe that the Muslim is stupid, the Muslim will believe that the Christian is stupid, and the atheist will believe that both the Christian and the Muslim are stupid.

You will believe what you believe and it would be rare that we can change the way you believe and convince you from what you believe.

Prime Minister Najib Tun Razak swears that he did not bonk Altantuya Shaariibuu and that the allegation against him is part of a political conspiracy to bring him down.

Opposition Leader Anwar Ibrahim swears that he did not bonk Mohd Saiful Bukhari Azlan and that the allegation against him is part of a political conspiracy to bring him down.

Pro-government people would believe that what Najib said is true and that Anwar is the dalang (hidden hand) behind the effort to slander the Prime Minister.

Pro-opposition people would believe that what Anwar said is true and that Najib is the dalang (hidden hand) behind the effort to slander the Opposition Leader.

Then, those who are suspicious and sceptical of all politicians from both sides of the political divide would believe that all politicians can't be trusted and that both Najib and Anwar are probably guilty and even if they are not guilty of bonking Altantuya and Saiful respectively they are certainly guilty of other crimes anyway.

Yes, even if Najib is charged and convicted of the crime, the pro-government people would still insist he is innocent. And even if Anwar is charged and convicted of the crime as well, the pro-opposition people would still insist he is innocent.

And the sceptics who do not trust all politicians would say that both Najib and Anwar are two peas in the same pod and both should be sent to jail and locked up in adjacent cells.

If the Christians were to insist that Jesus was the true Prophet, would that cause more than one billion Muslims to suddenly convert to Christianity? And if the Muslims were to insist that Muhammad was the true Prophet, would that cause more than one billion Christians to suddenly convert to Islam? And however convincing both the Christians and Muslims may sound, would the atheists suddenly become either Christians or Muslims?

Yes, everyone would still believe whatever he or she chooses to believe and no amount of convincing can change this belief.

That is the reality of the whole matter.

Now hear ye!

Posted: 21 Aug 2011 05:07 PM PDT

In fact, singing Christmas Carols is not the biggest problem. That is actually a minor issue. The bigger problem would be the belief of most Muslims that only a corrupt/evil government can ensure and guarantee your safety/future/welfare and that whatever happens is man's will and not God's will.

NO HOLDS BARRED

Raja Petra Kamarudin

JAKIM, Malaysia Department of Islamic Development, has come out with guidelines on what Muslims can and cannot do in relation to celebrating Christmas, Easter, Thanksgiving, Chinese New Year, Deepavali, Thaipusam, Wesak, etc.

You can read the full text of the guidelines below.

Now, the most crucial element in this entire thing is mentioned in item 1 of this guideline: The event is not accompanied by ceremonies that are against the Islamic faith (aqidah).

Yes, that is the crucial element. And that was also why Arqam was banned and its members/leaders detained under the Internal Security Act -- because their practices and beliefs would affect their aqidah.

Aqidah is very crucial. Without aqidah you are a non-believer. You cease to be a Muslim.

For example, if you know that the government is corrupt/evil but you are scared of opposing the government because you fear that something will happen to you, that means your aqidah is affected because you believe man and not God has power of life and death over you. And this would mean many Malaysian Muslims are actually no longer Muslims since their aqidah is defective.

Another example: if you know that the government is corrupt/evil but you continue to work for or support the government because you are scared that if you do not then you will not be able to put food on the table or feed your family, that means your aqidah is affected because you believe man and not God brings you rezeki (blessings). And this would mean many Malaysian Muslims are actually no longer Muslims since their aqidah is defective.

Yet another example: if you know that the government is corrupt/evil but you continue to depend on the government because you are scared that if you do not then your children would not get an education, that means your aqidah is affected because you believe man and not God decides your future. And this would mean many Malaysian Muslims are actually no longer Muslims since their aqidah is defective.

So you see: your aqidah can be affected in many ways, not just by celebrating Christmas, Easter, Thanksgiving, Chinese New Year, Deepavali, Thaipusam, Wesak, etc.

And that would make many Malaysian Muslims no longer Muslims since their aqidah has been grossly compromised.

Hmm….why did JAKIM not warn Muslims about this as well? I suppose this is because many of these so-called religious people are fakes who cannot be trusted.

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Guidelines For Muslims Celebrating Religious Festivals Of Non-Muslims

The 68th muzakarah of the National Fatwa Committee for Islamic Religious Affairs on April 12, 2005 discussed the Guidelines For Muslims Celebrating Religious Festivals Of Non-Muslims. The muzakarah has decided that:

In determining the non-Muslim celebrations that can be attended by Muslims, several main criteria should serve as guidelines so as not to contradict the teachings of Islam. The criteria are as follows:

1. The event is not accompanied by ceremonies that are against the Islamic faith (aqidah).

The meaning of "against the Islamic faith (aqidah)" is a thing, act, word or situation which if conducted will lead to tarnishing the faith (aqidah) of Muslims.

For example:

i. to include religious symbols such as the cross, installing lights, candles, Christmas tree and so forth;

ii. to sing religious songs;

iii. to put any religious markings on the forehead, or other markings onto parts of the body;

iv. to deliver speech or gestures in the form of a praise to the non-Muslim religion;

v. to bow or conduct acts of honour to the religious ceremony of non-Muslims.

2. The event is not accompanied by acts against the Islamic law.

The meaning of "against the Islamic law" is a thing, act, word or situation which if conducted will contradict the Islamic teachings practised by the Muslim community.

For example:

i. Wearing red costumes like Santa Claus or other garments that reflect religion;

ii. Serving intoxicating food or beverages and the likes;

iii. Having sounds or ornaments like church bells, Christmas tree, temple or breaking of coconuts;

iv. Having ceremonies with elements of gaming, worship, cult, superstitions and the likes.

3. The event is not accompanied by "acts that contradict with moral and cultural development of Muslim society" in this country.

The meaning of "acts that contradict with moral and cultural development of Muslim society" is a thing, act, word or situation which if conducted will contradict the values and norms of the Muslim society of this country which adheres to the Islamic teachings based on Ahlus Sunnah Wal-Jamaah.

For example:

i. Mixing freely without any limit or manners;

ii. Wearing conspicuous clothing;

iii. Singing songs that contain lyrics of obscenity and worship;

iv. Organising programmes such as beauty pageants, cock fighting and such.

4. The event is not accompanied by acts that can "stir the sensitivity of Muslim community".

The meaning of "stir the sensitivity of Muslim community" is a thing, act, word or situation which if conducted will offend the feelings of Muslims about their beliefs and practices.

For Example:

i. Speeches or songs in the form of non-Muslim religious propaganda;

ii. Speeches that insult the Muslims;

iii. Speeches that insult Islam;

iv. Presentations with the aim to ridicule the religious belief of Muslims.

5. The organisers and the public are asked to get the views of religious authorities before organising or attending celebrations of non-Muslims.

http://www.islam.gov.my/en/guidelines-muslims-celebrating-religious-festivals-non-muslims

Kredit: www.malaysia-today.net

Isnin, 22 Ogos 2011

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