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  • Independent Preacher: Archaic Jurisprudence Behind Swine Kerfuffle

    Independent Preacher: Archaic Jurisprudence Behind Swine Kerfuffle

    KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 9 ― Swine products are only “haram”, or forbidden, when ingested, according to all Muslim schools of jurisprudence except for the Shafie school widely practised in Malaysia, independent preacher Wan Ji Wan Hussin said today.

    The PKR Islamic Council leader said “archaic jurisprudence” has resulted in the sensitivity regarding the issue, and that it would never have happened if there was more openness in interpreting Islamic laws.

    “All school of jurisprudence except Shafie states that pigs are only haram when eaten. When touched, not haram,” Wan Ji said in a public post on his Facebook profile.

    “This thing became sensitive, only because of the archaicness of jurisprudence. Therefore, the issue of swine leather shoes is not an issue in societies with jurisprudence openness. The ones where it is sensitive, is with societies that are archaic in jurisprudence.”

    Muslims are strictly forbidden from eating pork and products derived from pork, with the origin coming from a Quranic verse 2:173 which prohibits “dead animals, blood, the flesh of swine, and that which has been dedicated to other than Allah”.

    The same verse states that there is no sin for those who do so when forced by necessity.

    In Malaysia, only the Sunni denomination of Islam and its Shafie school of jurisprudence are considered official.

    Wan Ji, however, contended that despite the claim that Malaysia follows the Shafie school, it does not follow that school in other matters, such as the issue of zakat, or alms, where the Shafie school specifies that it is invalid to use cash for alms.

    For example, the Shafie school specifies that the “zakat fitrah” paid during the holy Ramadan month, should be made in the form of staple food within the specific community.

    The national fatwa council has since decreed in 2003 that the payment can be made with cash equivalent to a specified value of local rice.

    “My reminder is for Malaysia to not play sentiments on these issues. Instead, they have to educate the society on the openness, not the archaicness, of jurisprudence,” said Wan Ji.

    “Parties who brought this issue up, I remind them that their actions will cause non-Muslims to hate Islam, they will be cynical towards Islam.”

    National news agency Bernama reported Tuesday Domestic Trade, Cooperatives and Consumerism Minister Datuk Seri Hamzah Zainudin saying that his ministry seized 2,003 paintbrushes made with pig bristles worth almost RM11,000 in a nationwide “crackdown”.

    He reportedly said the brushes were confiscated under the Trade Descriptions (Goods Made from any Part of Pig or Dog) Order 2013, which states that such products must be labelled and separated from other goods.

    Punishments for violations of the minister’s order are RM100,000 fines, three years’ jail or both for individuals, while corporations face fines of up to RM250,000.

    Subsequently, Muslim Consumer Association of Malaysia (PPIM) called for a logo to differentiate items containing pig-derived parts to inform the “not that smart” Muslim consumers.

     

    Source: www.themalaymailonline.com

  • Traveller From Malaysia Caught In Trump’s Immigration Dragnet At New York Airport

    Traveller From Malaysia Caught In Trump’s Immigration Dragnet At New York Airport

    At least one traveller from Malaysia was among the 71 detained at New York’s John F Kennedy International Airport on Wednesday (Feb 1), following a seven-nation travel blacklist issued by US President Donald Trump in an executive order.

    According to No Ban JFK, a group of lawyers and volunteers assisting those affected by the ban at the airport, travellers from Malaysia were among those embroiled as the enforcement of the immigration order against Muslims enters the fourth day.

    It is as yet unknown if the traveller is a Malaysian or a passport holder of another country who exited Malaysia and was caught.

    “This ban clearly affects more than just the seven targeted countries,” Ms Camille Mackler, director of legal initiative at the New York Immigration Coalition said in a statement.

    “And the turmoil inflicted by this sudden disruption is spilling over into the broader United States, as family members desperately seek to reunite with their loved ones. Students and professionals continue to be blocked from their homes, schools and workplaces.

    “We have been here since the ban was imposed, advocating for those caught in the dragnet. We are especially concerned with individuals being prevented from boarding flights at points of departure,” Ms Mackler said.

    “As of press time, the ban has affected travellers from Iran, Iraq, Syria, Sudan, Turkey, Libya, Sri Lanka, Pakistan, France, Algeria, Jordan, China, Malaysia, Qatar, Senegal, Switzerland, Algeria, Egypt, and Guinea,” the group said.

    Sri Lanka, France, China and Switzerland are not countries with dominant Muslim community.

    According to No Ban JFK, the individuals detained have had their laptops seized, were denied interpretation, and were also questioned about views on terror group Islamic State.

    Malay Mail Online has contacted the US Embassy in Malaysia for clarification on the issue and is awaiting a response.

    Last Sunday, the US Embassy was reported saying by The Star Online that Malaysians are not affected by the order and continue to travel to the United States with a valid visa.

    The executive order by Mr Trump, signed on Friday, suspends the US refugee resettlement programme for 120 days.

    The order also decreed all visa applications from seven Muslim countries ― Iraq, Syria, Iran, Sudan, Libya, Somalia and Yemen ― to be put on hold for at least 90 days.

    The ban has sparked protests on airports across the US involving thousands of angry Americans.

    A US federal judge has since issued a temporary stay against the order.

     

    Source: Today

  • Warga Malaysia Dipulaukan Oleh Keluarga Selepas Beliau Memeluk Islam

    Warga Malaysia Dipulaukan Oleh Keluarga Selepas Beliau Memeluk Islam

    Seorang warga emas dari Kampung Keda Che Bema yang tinggal sebatang kara merayu bantuan untuk menampung kos sara hidup berikutan keadaan keadaan kesihatan yang semakin merosot.

    Abdul Rahman Abdullah, 57,  yang mengidap penyakit asma merasa cepat penat tinggal seorang diri sebuah rumah tiada bekalan elektrik dan air.

    Dia yang hanya bergantung kepada hasil menangkap ketam nipah tidak jauh dari tempat tinggalnya.

    Abdul Rahman berkata, dia hidup bersendirian dan disisihkan ahli keluarga sejak memeluk Islam pada tahun 1989.

    Katanya, dia mempunyai seorang kakak dan tiga adik perempuan yang kini bekerja sebagai peguam dan guru.

    Katanya, sebelum ini dia pernah bekerja sebagai pembantu kedai memproses ayam di Semeling tetapi akibat keadaan kesihatan bertambah teruk terpaksa berhenti dan kini mencari rezeki sendiri dengan menangkap ketam, demi sesuap nasi.

    “Pendapatan tidak menentu ini sukar untuk saya menyara hidup. Saya cuma ada satu motosikal buruk untuk berulang alik dari kampung ke tempat menangkap ketam.

    “Kadang kala, ketam yang ditangkap dijual tidak sampai RM10, ditolak duit membeli umpan dan kos minyak sebagainya, tak ada duit membeli makanan terpaksa mengharap belas ihsan jiran tetangga membantu,”katanya, ketika ditemui di rumahnya, kelmarin.

    Abdul Rahman atau nama sebelum Law Meng Thong berkata, oleh kerana tidak mampu membayar bil air dan elektrik, kedua-dua kemudahan itu dipotong sejak lima tahun lalu.

    “Setiap malam pula, saya  akan memasang lilin dan tadah air hujan untuk kegunaan harian.

    Bila tidak ada duit untuk membeli makanan, saya anggap hari itu saya berpuasa sahaja, saya bukan jenis suka ‘meminta’ sangat,”katanya.

    Sesiapa yang sudi membantu warga emas itu boleh menghubungi di talian 014-2664868.

    Semakan di Pejabat JKM Daerah Kuala Muda dan mendapati tiada sebarang rekod warga emas membuat permohonan sehingga kini.

    Sebelum ini, kisah hidup warga emas ini tersebar di Facebook yang dimuatnaik anak jiran agar nasib warga emas itu dibantu.

     

    Source: SINARHARIAN

  • Malaysian Cops Hunting For “Thaipusam Moral Police”

    Malaysian Cops Hunting For “Thaipusam Moral Police”

    Malaysian police said they are trying to track down those behind a Facebook group that threatened to spray paint the bodies of Hindu women who dress “inappropriately” during the Thaipusam festival next month.

    In a report by The Star Online, the police urged the public to inform them of any relevant information regarding the “Thaipusam Spraying Group”.

    “What these individuals are planning to do is unlawful, and we will not allow it.

    “If anyone is caught breaking the law, they will be dealt with,” Selangor police chief Commissioner Abdul Samah Mat told the portal.

    Mr Abdul Samah assured the public that the police will maintain security during the festival, celebrated with processions towards temples such as in Batu Caves and George Town.

    Meanwhile, Hindu Sangam Religious Advisory Board member Dr Thilagavathy Kanagaretnam was reported defending the group, claiming that its intention to prevent women dressed inappropriately was not wrong.

    Despite that, Dr Thilagavathy admitted that their planned actions were “drastic”.

    Thaipusam Task Force coordinator G Gunaraj was also reported saying that it will not condone such vigilantism.

    “There is a dress code that should be followed and we can only educate people to follow it. We can’t force them and it is not right to do so,” Dr Gunaraj said.

    The public Facebook group called “Thaipusam Spraying Group” was recently created by one “Henry Barnabas”, with more than 140 members at the time of writing.

     

    Source: Today

  • Singaporean Driver Attacked, Robbed By Bike Gang At North-South Highway

    Singaporean Driver Attacked, Robbed By Bike Gang At North-South Highway

    The gang of bikers did not care that there were an elderly woman and a child in the car.

    They were out to terrorise the driver and his three passengers in the Singapore-registered Mercedes Benz into handing over their money and valuables.

    The Singaporean family had to endure a 45-minute ordeal after they were waylaid on the congested Malaysian North-South Highway following what seemed like a staged accident when a motorcyclist hit their car.

    The driver, who wanted to be known only as Mr Jay, 31, told The New Paper on Tuesday that the bikers repeatedly hit his car with their helmets and other objects, damaging the headlights and side mirrors.

    They even hit the front windscreen.

    The incident took place between Yong Peng and Machap in Johor, about 45 minute’s drive from Singapore, around 10pm on Oct 30.

    Last Friday, TNP reported that Singaporean businessman Herman Zaidin, 31, suffered a similar ordeal when he was robbed by a gang of bikers at 11.30pm on Oct 30 after a motorcyclist hit his Mercedes-Benz from behind.

    While it is not known if the same gang was behind both heists, it’s highly probable given the same method used in both incidents, which occurred about 90 minutes and 38km apart.

    REPORTS

    Mr Jay, an engineer, said he has reported the robbery to the Malaysian and Singapore police, with both confirming the reports.

    He said his 20-year-old sister was sitting in the front passenger seat. Their aunt, who is in her 60s, was in the back with her 12-year-old adopted son.

    They were returning to Singapore after a family trip to Malacca when a motorcyclist suddenly rode next to their car and kicked the side mirror on the driver’s side.

    Mr Jay said he stopped the car when the rider fell.

    “I was shocked,” he said.

    “Suddenly, another rider came by and hit my car several times with his hands and helmet, asking me to step out. He tried to open my door but it was locked.”

    Seconds later, about five motorcyclists stopped in front of his car. They ordered him to come out, but he stayed put out of fear.

    Despite the heavy traffic, Mr Jay managed to drive forward in a bid to get away.

    But the robbers, numbering about 10 by then, chased after him.

    He saw that one of them was carrying a 1.5m wooden pole which he used to whack the already cracked windscreen, causing more damage.

    Mr Jay said: “Just one more hit and the windscreen would have given way. I knew I had to step out to save my family.”

    He told his sister to lock the doors immediately after he got out. The men took turns to beat him.

    His sister, a student who wanted to be known only as Miss Annie, said she was so terrified that she broke down.

    She told TNP: “My young cousin was also in tears. I called the Malaysian police.

    “I also begged my brother not to get out but he insisted. He could have been killed.

    “I felt so helpless when they beat him up, but I knew I shouldn’t get out of the car for my own safety.”

    Mr Jay said the man who was carrying the pole was about to beat him with it when five motorists, who were passing by, stepped in to stop the attack.

    “One of the attackers asked me to hand over my passport and RM2,000 (S$660) as compensation for causing the ‘accident’ with their friend,” he said.

    “I gave them $650 and hoped they would leave us alone but they wanted my mobile phone as well. I refused to give it to them.

    “Suddenly, they fled. I think they had other friends in the area who told them that the police were coming.”

    The police arrived less than a minute later, and Mr Jay and his family went to Kulai Police Station to make a report. He then went to a nearby hospital for a check-up.

    “I’m lucky I didn’t suffer any serious injuries. Just some pain and a few bruises here and there,” he said.

    Because his car was damaged, he had to drive slowly to Woodlands Checkpoint and they cleared immigration only at around 6am the next day.

    He reported the incident to the Woodlands West Neighbourhood Police Centre and had his car towed away to be repaired.Mr Jay estimated the cost of fixing his car to be about $30,000.

    “I used to drive to Malaysia twice a month for leisure and to visit family. I think I’ll fly there from now,” he said.

    “The attack was the most terrifying experience of my life.”