Reflect on Prophet’s teachings to celebrate occasion, says PM

KUALA LUMPUR: Prime Minister Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad said Islam taught by Prophet Muhammad is not only a religion, but also a way of life.

He said Muslims should be grateful for the opportunity to appreciate Islam and its all-encompassing nature.

“Therefore, we commemorate the birthday of Prophet Muhammad out of our love and admiration for his struggles in spreading the teachings of Islam,” Dr Mahathir said in his message in conjunction with the Maulidur Rasul celebration to mark the birthday of Prophet Muhammad.

The video clip of Dr Mahathir’s message was posted on YouTube under the Chedet Official account.

The national-level Maulidur Rasul celebration will be held today at the Putrajaya International Convention Centre.

On Nov 17, Malaysian Islamic Development Department director-general Datuk Mohamad Nordin Ibrahim, in a statement, said Deputy Yang di-Pertuan Agong Sultan Nazrin Shah and Raja Permaisuri of Perak Tuanku Zara Salim will grace the ceremony, which will also be attended by Dr Mahathir and his wife Tun Dr Siti Hasmah Mohd Ali.

Meanwhile, Datuk Seri Dr Wan Azizah Wan Ismail urged Muslims in the country to listen to each other’s voices and views by making the teachings of Prophet Muhammad the best model in building a new Malaysia.

The deputy prime minister said they also needed to celebrate their similarities and tolerate their differences. — Bernama