06 January 2014| last updated at 11:17PM <\/p>\n
In Malaysia, although Islam is the federal religion, the government permits the practice of other religions. <\/p>\n
This freedom to practise one's religion and beliefs, especially in a multiracial, multicultural and multireligious country like Ma-laysia, has created a unique spiritual platform for people from all walks of life to live in a peaceful environment with mutual respect. <\/p>\n
However, over the years, I have noticed that the freedom of religious practices in the country has somewhat been hijacked by individuals or cults with a different agenda. <\/p>\n
Going by the number of media reports of scams and crimes committed by those who claim to be spiritual gurus or mediums is worrying and a cause for concern. <\/p>\n
Many of the victims of these religious frauds and scams happen to be our women folk. <\/p>\n
Molestation and rape committed by mediums are on the rise, too. <\/p>\n
It is sad to note that many innocent people, including the educated, have been conned into parting their money by religious shenanigans camouflaging as spiritual gurus and mediums. <\/p>\n
A recent exposure in Tamil press of a spiritual guru's scams has created anxiety and anger in the Indian community. <\/p>\n
The time has come for the authorities to consult religious bodies and non-governmental organisations to explore the idea of enacting a law to protect the public from the clutches of these shenanigans. <\/p>\n
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Original post: 06 January 2014| last updated at 11:17PM In Malaysia, although Islam is the federal religion, the government permits the practice of other religions. This freedom to practise one's religion and beliefs, especially in a multiracial, multicultural and multireligious country like Ma-laysia, has created a unique spiritual platform for people from all walks of life to live in a peaceful environment with mutual respect. However, over the years, I have noticed that the freedom of religious practices in the country has somewhat been hijacked by individuals or cults with a different agenda Continue reading
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