Friday, November 2, 2007

Islam Hadhari

Actually we can said that the government in Malaysia is Islamic based, but it is governs fairly and justly on behalf of all multi-ethnic and multi-religious citizens of Malaysia. The government uses the 10 principle of Islam Hadhari as the guiding principles for establishing good governance in the Malaysian society.

For Muslims, the Islam Hadhari approach considers faith in and piety to Allah as its core basis, and the al-Quran and Sunnah as its source of guidance and reference. The combination of strong aqeedah, shariah, morals and noble values is the basis of planning and implementing human development and system management in order to create an excellent nation and country.

As for those outside the circle of Islam, there are two principles which concern them, namely the principle that there is no compulsion in religion (Islam), and freedom of religion as stated by Allah.

Justice is blind to race, colour, social status, wealth and religion. Islam Hadhari seeks to provide good, just and trustworthy management of the country will create a righteous and advanced country blessed by Allah.

In my point of view, achieving a good quality of life in all aspects is the main goal of the religion. A good quality of life can be achieved if the country succeeds in fulfilling the basic needs of life such as preserving the religion, improving the status of education, providing a peaceful life, the right to own property and giving assurance to the generation of the future. Based on the Islam Hadhari approach, all aspects of the society's quality of life will be developed in an integrated manner.

Besides of that, the educational approach of Islam Hadhari preserves the dignity of human beings without any discrimination and without differentiating between majority and minority groups. The rights of these are protected by country law. As a result, minority groups and women are able to enjoy whatever is enjoyed by majority groups and men. They have the right to participate in the development of the country and enjoy everything that is enjoyed by other races. They can participate in administrating the country, and in economic, social, religious, and political activities.

On the other hand, Islam Hadhari's view of defence is not confined to military strength as it encompasses individual physical and spiritual strength. Military strength will ensure the stability, peace and security of the country, hence ensuring the continuity of the process of development.

The change in the world political scenario and the pressure and humiliation faced by some people today require us to possess military strength and the ability to defend ourselves. The country must have long-term plans and programmes to install the sense of responsibility to defend the dignity of individuals, nation and country. So, it shows that the Islam Hadhari approach will work towards empowering the ummah in order to face the current global challenges.

In conclusion, we should be aware that Islam Hadhari is not just a religion but a way of life for the Muslims. Islam Hadhari is not a new religion. It is not a new mazhab or religious order. Neither is it an effort to seek approval for a more friendly and gentle image of Islam.

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