Kunjungan Ke Rumah Ibadat Bukan Islam Menurut Perspektif Hukum Syarak dan Undang-undang di Malaysia The Visit to Non-Muslim Houses of Worship According to the Hukum Syarak and Malaysian Legal Perspectives
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This article examines the permissibility of Muslims visiting non-Muslim houses of worship from the perspectives of Islamic law and Malaysian legal provisions, especially in light of the “Let’s Visit a Church” controversy. Employing a qualitative method, the study draws upon primary and secondary sources, including classical fiqh texts, statutes, and relevant case law. It concludes that such visits are generally permissible, depending on intention and existing legal boundaries. The concept of fiqh al-taʿāyush (religious understanding for peaceful coexistence) is put forth as a foundation for religious harmony in a plural society. Any such programmes should be carried out cautiously and in consultation with relevant government agencies to avoid theological confusion and ensure respect for constitutional and Shari‘ah boundaries.
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