IPOH: The public has been urged to report to the religious authorities if they come across Muslims praying alongside a fan decked in 'telekung' (female prayer clothing), as though the fan is a person.
On social media, the 'trend' came about following videos of people praying next to an oscillating fan, pretending the fan was their make believe spouse, either as the imam (leader) of the prayer or the makmum (congregant).
Minister in the Prime Minister's Department (Religious Affairs) Datuk Idris Ahmad said this seemed to be the latest trend among young people and this should not be happening.
"I advise them to enrich themselves with religious knowledge, seek the help of a religious teacher or attend lectures at mosques or surau.
"Do not insult Islam and follow blindly what is shown on Youtube or other unknown sources. This nonsensical practice must be reported to the religious office so that action can be taken," he said when met by reporters at the Pas Aidilfitri Open House, also attended by PAS president Tan Sri Abdul Hadi Awang at the Indera Mulia Stadium here today.
Meanwhile, when asked about allegations of fraud using Islam and religious figures to deceive the community for personal gain, the PAS vice-president described such action as wicked and outrageous.
"Victims of such scams must come forward so that the authorities can take action against those involved," he said.
Last Tuesday, Ahli Sunnah Wal Jamaah Malaysia (Aswaja) president Dr Zamihan Mat Zin Al -Ghari was reported to have said the fraudulent transactions or scams included donation campaigns, waqf donations and dubious umrah packages. -- BERNAMA