Intorduction of Woman's Place Is in the Home
MALAY
In Malaysia, the Malay population is defined by Article 160 of the Malaysian Constitution as someone born to a Malaysian citizen who professes to be a Muslim, habitually speaks the Malay language, adheres to Malay customs and is domiciled in Malaysia orSingapore. This definition is loose enough to include people of a variety of ethnic backgrounds which basically can be defined as "Malaysian Muslims" and it therefore differs from the anthropological understanding of what constitutes an ethnic Malay.[1]
This understanding of the meaning of "Malay" in Malaysia has led to the creation of an ethnoreligious identity,[1] where it has been suggested that a Malay cannot convert out of Islam as illustrated in the Federal Court decision in the case of Lina Joy.[2] As of 2010 census, Malays made up 51% of the population of Malaysia.
MALAY FESTIVAL
Hari Raya Puasa |
Also Called: Hari Raya Aidilfitri
Duration: 1 day
Celebrated by: Muslims
Attractions: Decorations, Lightings, Delicacies etc
Essentially a Malay term for Eid-ul-fitr, Hari Raya Puasa literally means "Celebration Day of Fasting". This joyous occasion falls on the 1st day of Syawal, the Muslim month. Also called Hari Raya Aidilfitri, it marks the successful completion of fasting during Ramadhan - the ninth month of Islamic Calendar. Fasting (in the month of Ramadhan) is one amongst the five pillars of Islam and is usually compulsory for every Muslim. The sight of the new moon determines the commemoration of this cheerful occasion.
Hari Raya Puasa stands for personal triumph i.e. a victory of self-discipline and abstinence that represents renewal and purification. Muslims usually observe 'open houses' during the month to entertain and treat friends. Hari Raya Puasa is observed with all rituals and practices in Malaysia. In fact, it is celebrated on a grand level because maximum of the Malays practice Islam. On this day, people wear new dresses and gather for mass prayers in the morning.
In Malaysia, the Malay population is defined by Article 160 of the Malaysian Constitution as someone born to a Malaysian citizen who professes to be a Muslim, habitually speaks the Malay language, adheres to Malay customs and is domiciled in Malaysia orSingapore. This definition is loose enough to include people of a variety of ethnic backgrounds which basically can be defined as "Malaysian Muslims" and it therefore differs from the anthropological understanding of what constitutes an ethnic Malay.[1]
This understanding of the meaning of "Malay" in Malaysia has led to the creation of an ethnoreligious identity,[1] where it has been suggested that a Malay cannot convert out of Islam as illustrated in the Federal Court decision in the case of Lina Joy.[2] As of 2010 census, Malays made up 51% of the population of Malaysia.
MALAY FESTIVAL
Hari Raya Puasa |
Also Called: Hari Raya Aidilfitri
Duration: 1 day
Celebrated by: Muslims
Attractions: Decorations, Lightings, Delicacies etc
Essentially a Malay term for Eid-ul-fitr, Hari Raya Puasa literally means "Celebration Day of Fasting". This joyous occasion falls on the 1st day of Syawal, the Muslim month. Also called Hari Raya Aidilfitri, it marks the successful completion of fasting during Ramadhan - the ninth month of Islamic Calendar. Fasting (in the month of Ramadhan) is one amongst the five pillars of Islam and is usually compulsory for every Muslim. The sight of the new moon determines the commemoration of this cheerful occasion.
Hari Raya Puasa stands for personal triumph i.e. a victory of self-discipline and abstinence that represents renewal and purification. Muslims usually observe 'open houses' during the month to entertain and treat friends. Hari Raya Puasa is observed with all rituals and practices in Malaysia. In fact, it is celebrated on a grand level because maximum of the Malays practice Islam. On this day, people wear new dresses and gather for mass prayers in the morning.