Open mosque doors to non-Muslims to bridge misconceptions, says Zahid
BAGAN DATUK: Mosques should keep their doors open to non-Muslims, including tourists, to provide them with a closer understanding of Islam and help bridge misconceptions about the religion, Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi said.
Deputy Prime Minister Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi has called for mosques in Malaysia to keep their doors open to non-Muslims, including tourists, in an effort to bridge misconceptions about the religion. He believes that mosques can play a significant role in promoting understanding by welcoming visitors, answering their questions, and sharing stories about the history, heritage, and unique values associated with mosques.
Zahid emphasized that a good encounter with a mosque can change perceptions that have been formed over many years, and that mosques should be seen as more than just places of worship, but as centres for knowledge, consultation, welfare, and mutual assistance.
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