Anwar joins 500 congregants in Takbir Raya ahead of Aidiladha
Anwar, who was dressed in light grey Baju Melayu, led the recitation after Friday prayers at Surau Al Ikhwan, here.
Also present was Selangor Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Amirudin Shari.
Meanwhile, today's Friday sermon touched on the significance of Arafah Day for Muslims, calling for sincere reflection and spiritual renewal.
The sermon urged Muslims to enliven Islam in worship by purifying their hearts from arrogance and negligence, and to embody Islamic values in character by being honest, trustworthy, avoiding deceit, slander, and betrayal.
It also called for Muslims to uphold Islamic principles in family life by nurturing love grounded in religious teachings, fulfilling responsibilities, and providing spiritual guidance to spouses and children.
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