FatwaPenangCreed (Aqidah)
Fatwa Mengenai Fahaman Syiah
What is the ruling on adhering to Shia beliefs in the state of Penang?
Short answer
The Penang State Fatwa Committee ruled that Shia beliefs and teachings contradict the Ahli Sunnah Wal Jama’ah and must be prevented from spreading in the state.
A reference, not a fatwa. First sentence of the summary below — read the original fatwa and consult your state authority before acting.
- Authority
- Penang State Mufti Department
- Date
- Status
- Gazetted
- Series
- Himpunan Fatwa (Warta)
- Topic
- Creed (Aqidah)
Gazette evidence in the source: Pg. P.U. 5
Summary
The Penang State Fatwa Committee ruled that Shia beliefs and teachings contradict the Ahli Sunnah Wal Jama’ah and must be prevented from spreading in the state. The fatwa lists deviations in creed, Islamic law and other general matters. Muslims, whether as individuals or groups, are prohibited from holding these beliefs, including through organisations, associations or companies that conceal their affiliation behind economic, educational or artistic activities. This fatwa revokes the earlier fatwa dated 16 January 1997.
Written in our own words from the original fatwa — check the source before acting on it.
Mana-mana orang Islam atau kumpulan dilarang berpegang kepada Ajaran dan Fahaman tersebut kerana ia bertentangan dengan Ajaran dan Fahaman Ahli Sunnah Wal Jama'ah.
Read the full fatwa on the Penang website (new tab)
How to cite
Cite the original fatwa and its authority. Rujuk Fatwa is only where you found it.
Penang State Mufti Department. “Fatwa Mengenai Fahaman Syiah”, 27 March 2014. https://mufti.penang.gov.my/index.php/awam/fatwa-1/himpunan-fatwa#fatwa-mengenai-fahaman-syiah-27-mac-2014. Found via Rujuk Fatwa: https://rujukfatwa.com/en/fatwa/ruling-on-adhering-to-shia-beliefs-penang/