The concept of Islam Hadhari as reflected in Thirukkural
As a multiracial nation, Malaysia has the potential to accept various thoughts and life philosophy from the illustrious text of each community. It is evident that the concept of Islam Hadhari introduced by YAB Datuk Seri Abdullah Alunad Badawi shares a lot of similarities with Thirukkural. The t...
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| Language: | English |
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2014
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| Online Access: | http://eprints.um.edu.my/14469/1/0001.pdf http://eprints.um.edu.my/14469/ |
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| Institution: | Universiti Malaya |
| Language: | English |
| Summary: | As a multiracial nation, Malaysia has the potential to accept
various thoughts and life philosophy from the illustrious text of
each community. It is evident that the concept of Islam Hadhari
introduced by YAB Datuk Seri Abdullah Alunad Badawi
shares a lot of similarities with Thirukkural. The three elements
namely economy, social and politics are emphasized in these
two doctrines. But the vast difference is Islam Hadhari holds on
to Allah whereas Thirukkural adheres to 'the merciful God'. Yet
this is not contrary to the concept of 'God' stipulated in these
two texts. So it is evident that the faith in God is very much
emphasized in both Thirukkural and Islam Hadhari. Good and
diligent government gives importance to intelligence and moral
in an administration. The possession of power and economy must
be in accordance with rules of Islam Hadhari. Thirukural teaches
equality and prudence in economy management. Islam hadhari
and Thirukkural prioritises the perseverance of nature. It is one of
the similarities. |
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