Check with kadi's office before organising religious, cultural activities, Johor Muslims urged

JOHOR BAHRU, 26 Mac -- Pengerusi Jawatankuasa Hal Ehwal Agama Islam negeri Johor Mohd Fared Mohd Khalid (Semerah) pada majlis mengangkat sumpah jawatan Ahli Majlis Mesyuarat Kerajaan Negeri Johor di Balai Menghadap, Istana Bukit Serene hari ini. --fotoBERNAMA (2022) HAK CIPTA TERPELIHARA

MUAR: Muslims in Johor have been advised to check with the kadi's office in their districts before organising any religious or cultural activities, especially traditional ones that contain elements of idol worship and hypnotism, such as the performance of 'kuda kepang' (braided weaved horse dance).

State Islamic Religious Affairs Committee chairman Mohd Fared Mohd Khalid (pic) said a review needs to be done earlier in efforts to preserve the culture and prevent it from turning into activities that could affect religious beliefs.