PM urges Muslims to enhance worship, piety during Ramadan

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has called on Malaysian Muslims to deepen their acts of worship and enhance their piety in embracing the blessings of Ramadan.

Anwar described Ramadan as madrasah tarbiah ruhiyah (a spiritual training ground that educates, tests, and purifies individuals, shaping the inner strength of the ummah (the faithful), especially in a world facing the challenges of materialism and spiritual emptiness.

“The light of Ramadan shines as a beacon that illuminates the heart and mind. The spiritual journey during this holy month is, among other things, a means to understand the true meaning of faith, piety, and hope.

“As the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) said, ‘Whoever observes Ramadan with faith and hope for reward will have all their past sins forgiven,’” he said in a post on his social media.

Anwar also highlighted Ramadan’s role in elevating social and humanitarian values, urging the public to be more compassionate towards the less fortunate and those facing hardships around the world.

The prime minister emphasised that fasting is not merely about abstaining from food and drink but also about subduing arrogance, rejecting oppression and injustice, and restraining greed.

“It is an exercise in submission—not only to the commandments of Allah SWT but also to the reality that we are weak creations and that only He is the Almighty,” he said.

In light of this, Anwar encouraged Muslims to cleanse their hearts of hatred, uphold justice, and cultivate kindness towards others.

“Let us avoid wastefulness and strive to return to Allah SWT, seeking His forgiveness in every prostration so that we may all attain His blessings,” he added.

DPMs extend greetings

Deputy Prime Ministers Ahmad Zahid Hamidi and Fadillah Yusof have extended Ramadan greetings to all Muslims nationwide who will begin fasting tomorrow.

In a Facebook message, Zahid said Ramadan is a month filled with blessings and mercy that provides an opportunity to strengthen bonds of love and brotherhood.

“May this Ramadan be a platform for us to increase our good deeds, enhance compassion towards one another and create a more harmonious and prosperous society,” he said.

Fadillah, in a separate Facebook post, encouraged Muslims to intensify acts of worship and charitable acts while minimising food wastage in line with the spirit of Ramadan.

“Wasting food diminishes the blessings of Ramadan. What is thrown away could have been given to others, yielding rewards and benefits,” he said, urging the public to practise moderation in spending and to contribute to those less fortunate.

“Reduce wastage, buy according to necessity and increase distribution or donations as part of the ‘zero waste’ effort,” he said.

Steer clear of slander

Communications Minister Fahmi Fadzil has called on all Muslims to steer clear of slander and the spread of fake news during the holy month of Ramadan.

Wishing Muslims a blessed Ramadan, he expressed hope that this year’s fasting month would be filled with peace and blessings.

“May Allah grant strength and patience to all Muslims so that they can perform their acts of worship with devotion and have them accepted.

“Let us all strive to strengthen our worship and avoid all forms of slander and the spread of fake news,” he said in a social media post.

Muslims in Malaysia begin fasting tomorrow.

- Bernama

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