Malaysia #QuranHour 2025 to inspire independence through empathy
The date also coincides with 6 Rabiulawal 1447H, the birth month of Prophet Muhammad SWT, which carries the spirit of migration and transformation.
Warisan Ummah Ikhlas Foundation (WUIF) chief executive officer Marhaini Yusoff said the theme reflects the need for transformation that benefits the nation.
'When we talk about independence, we also talk about transformation that can be carried out for the nation. This year is more special because Malaysia #QuranHour is recognised under the National Day celebration agenda by the Communications Ministry, making it part of the official government's event,' she said.
The one-hour programme will run from noon at the main venue to be announced later, while also taking place simultaneously at locations nationwide.
RTM will serve as the main broadcaster, with other media partners including Astro Awani, Astro Oasis, TV AlHijrah, TV9, Bernama, Sinar Harian, Media Prima, IKIM FM, Zayan FM, TV IKIM, Denaihati Network, Nu Ideaktiv and Santai Travel.
Marhaini said the sub-theme 'Malaysia Madani, Rakyat Disantuni' (Malaysia Madani: People Cared For) aligns with the message of Surah Al-Saff verse 14, which calls upon the ummah to become helpers of the religion of Allah SAW.
She noted that Surah Al-Balad also emphasises helping four key groups which are the oppressed, the hungry, the orphans and the poor.
'In the current context, this includes helping victims of bullying, those in debt, victims of physical violence and others. These are the true values of independence – when we are saved from the torment of hell, forgiven of sins, enter paradise, receive the help of Allah and gain victory in this world,' she explained.
She added that 'Independence with Empathy' means cultivating empathy within every leader, policymaker, civil servant and citizen to understand and take action on issues faced by the community.
'The stories in Surah Al-Saff verse 14 and Surah Ali Imran verse 52 show the empathy of Prophet Isa AS which drove action. Similarly, in the bullying issues we see today, the people rise up because they feel the pain of the victims. This is the spirit we want to carry,' she said.
Marhaini invites Malaysians from all backgrounds, both locally and abroad, to join the movement, with hopes of making the nation a model for neighbouring countries and foreign embassies.
With the event coinciding with a Saturday and a long weekend, WUIF expects strong participation.
'We want all families, regardless of background, to come and echo the message of 'Idependence with Empathy' so that we can be truly free Malaysians in the eyes of the world and in the sight of Allah,' she said.
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