According to Datuk Dr Mohd Na’im Mokhtar, the community, especially Muslims, should steer clear of excessive devotion to any individual. Instead, they should always stick to the balance of knowledge and facts.
Mohd Na’im, the Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department (Religious Affairs) also encouraged all parties to seek advice from the state Islamic religious department on any matters concerning the qualification of preachers, ensuring that everything conveyed is in line with Islamic teachings.
“Excessive devotion in any matter is dangerous to both oneself and society. It will cause someone to be easily influenced by claims made by certain individuals or groups,” he warned in a statement reported by Bernama.
Mohd Na’im also mentioned that the ministry is keeping a close eye on the developments reported by a local newspaper on the lineage of the Prophet. He added that the Islamic Development Department of Malaysia (Jakim) would cooperate with the state Islamic religious authorities and the Royal Malaysia Police to investigate the revelations by the newspaper.
“The Prime Minister’s Department (Religious Affairs) will not compromise with any party attempting to exploit religion for personal or group interests,” he emphasized.
Home Minister Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail disclosed that the authorities were keeping an eye on an Algerian man claiming to be a descendant of Prophet Muhammad and who has given religious talks in the country, on Wednesday.
