Open letter to “Orang Ulu†of Section 23, Shah Alam
Firstly, my apology if the term “Orang Ulu” that is used in the header sounds insulting to the people of Section 23.
It is not meant for all residents of Section 23 but only to those who took part in the disgusting and barbaric demonstration that took place between the Mosque and the SUK building and carrying a cow’s head. It is also intended to the father of the child that allows his son to participate in the demonstration. For the rest of the article the term of “Orang Ulu” is specifically meant for them.
2. Some may be wondering why I called them Orang Ulu despite living in “Bandaraya Shah Alam”. I use the term to reflect their mentality and ignorance that resulted in their actions. In a “Bandaraya” where internet is easily available, their knowledge about the law and Islam does not reflect their address. Even as a child they might have not been adequately educated by their parents and schools, certainly they could read from books and from the internet and deepen their knowledge on what is right and what is wrong.
3. Firstly, I cannot appreciate the concern on the “Orang Ulu” as they have not put forward a reasonable argument. Instead they to the street in such a despicable manner and insulted the Hindus just to have their voice heard.
4. I cannot comprehend the argument that was raised by the Residents Association Deputy Chairman that claims with a temple on their residential area where they have 90% Muslim; they cannot function properly as Muslims. They claims that with the temple will disrupt their daily activities like prayers in the Surau. This is the most ridiculous argument that I have ever heard.
5. Firstly, the whole of Peninsular Malaysia is about 60% Muslim. Does the RA expect the non Muslim to take to the sea to practice their religious rights? The entire population of Shah Alam is predominantly Malays. I am not sure how many in terms of percentage but no matter how many percent the Malays can be, the law of the land is fair to both Muslims and Non Muslims.
6. If they do not have any respect for the law of the land then they should at least respect the law laid down by Allah in the Quran and Hadith. No where it is mentioned that Muslims have the right to deny the non Muslim to practice their faith. Islam thought us to be fair against the Non Muslims.
