Government To Formulate Fiqh Mualaf Framework To Guide New Muslims

PUTRAJAYA, Nov 12 (Bernama) -- The government will develop a specific framework, known as Fiqh Mualaf, to provide clear guidelines for the lives of converts to Islam in the country, said Minister in the Prime Minister's Department (Religious Affairs) Dr Zulkifli Hasan.

He said the initiative would be spearheaded by the Federal Territories Mufti's Office in collaboration with relevant religious agencies and non-governmental organisations (NGOs).

"This framework will provide guidance, parameters and established criteria (dawabit) for our new Muslim brothers and sisters, helping them lead lives in accordance with the teachings of the Quran and Sunnah.

"Essentially, it will serve as a reference and guide for new Muslims, while also providing a point of reference for all parties to help foster harmony in our country," he told reporters after a roundtable discussion on dakwah (Islamic outreach) for new Muslims here today.

Also present was Federal Territories Mufti Ahmad Fauwaz Fadzil.

On the implementation timeline, Zulkifli said the government was not keen to set a deadline hastily, as the document required thorough research and careful deliberation to ensure it was comprehensive and well-structured.

He said the research and engagement sessions would cover various practical aspects of a convert's life, including marriage, registration, religious celebrations, family relationships and cultural matters.

"This is a much-needed initiative. The Fiqh Mualaf framework will ensure that these matters are understood not only by Muslims but also by the non-Muslim community and the families of converts.

"This will help foster the harmony that we all aspire to achieve," he said.

Earlier, in his speech, Zulkifli proposed organising a large-scale convention or festival for Muslim converts to showcase their success stories and achievements to the wider community.

"It is time for us to work together to organise a convention or festival that highlights the achievements of our converts.

"We must showcase these successful converts to motivate and inspire everyone," he said.

-- BERNAMA