I was completely shocked to read in The Star today with the headline that states ‘Punishing non-Muslims for khalwat against Constitution’.
"...Syariah Court of Appeal Judge Datuk Mohd Asri Abdullah said the seminar had proposed that non-Muslims committing khalwat with Muslims be likewise sentenced, but in the civil courts..."
As a fairly objective person all the time, I decided to really read through the entire article. At first, I was shocked that such a recommendation would even appear. Then, I felt disappointed that those purportedly to be knowledgeable and educated would have no clue to the real issues at hand. Lastly, I am sad, as this nation is in dire danger of going into oblivion if we have such individuals leading major social institution of the country.
Let's Get It Right
We must understand that we are a multi racial and multi ethnic country. For the record, we are not the only multi racial and multi ethnic country in this world. The only ingredient that will ensure continuous peace and success, is for everyone to have RESPECT for each individual. I guess we do not have to be academic about this issue - RESPECT is a very simple thing - it is from the heart. To impose your view and believe on another person is out right wrong!! We don't even have to have the court to decide on this.
Learn, please
Everyone knows the outcome of the recent General Election and the reasons for the result for the Government. They are arrogant and apathy. Looks to me that, those in the government are not learning from the recent experience. I dare to say that, if this attitude continues - the support for the government will definitely erode further.
