Tag Archives: Straits Times 19 Oct 2014

MALAYSIA’S “I WANT TO TOUCH A DOG” EVENT A BIG HIT WITH MUSLIMS

For Ustaz Mohd Iqbal, the event was important to dispel negative stereotypes about dogs. But even for him, the event was groundbreaking. "This is the first time I've given a religious talk to many non-Muslims. "I've always wanted to try giving dawah (preaching) through an urban approach. It's a wonderful experience," he said. Uztaz Mohd Iqbal explained that while Muslims have to be aware when dealing with dogs - they have to be in an environment of cleanliness when conducting religious rites - this does not mean dogs should be treated as hina (contemptible).

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