'Priest and nun joke' was inappropriate, say Catholic bishops
KUALA LUMPUR: The controversial "priest and nun" joke made by an Umno division chief recently has no place in official gatherings in a multiracial and multi-religious Malaysia, Catholic bishops said.
Catholic bishops have condemned a controversial joke shared by an Umno division chief, stating that it has no place in official gatherings in a diverse Malaysia. The incident, which involved a priest and nun joke, was deemed particularly hurtful as priests and nuns are highly respected in the country. Kuching Archbishop Simon Poh emphasized that such jokes are inconsistent with Malaysia's tradition of mutual respect, friendship, and harmony.
He reminded that priests and nuns have dedicated their lives to serving Malaysians through various institutions, including hospitals, welfare centers, and schools. Archbishop Poh urged Malaysians to be more mindful of their words and to avoid prejudice, hatred, and stereotyping when referring to other races, religions, and communities.
He called for unity and celebration of Malaysia's diverse cultures, ethnicities, and languages during the national Malaysia Day celebration.
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