PAS wishes Merry Christmas to Christian Malaysians

PAS sent out its Christmas greetings to all Christian Malaysians yesterday, wishing them a smooth and harmonious festive season.

PAS secretary-general Takiyuddin Hassan pointed out that the various religious and cultural events celebrated in the country are a manifestation of "our culture of gentleness, tolerance and mutual respect that long has been firmly established in our society."

"Thus, it must be defended from any inclinations that may weaken the practice of such qualities, as well as nurtured with the awareness that the existing diversity is a treasure for Malaysian society which adds value to the quality of our togetherness," he said in a statement.

The Islamist party is always open to such diversity because the core of Islamic teachings also embraces such reality, Takiyuddin added.

"As an Islamic party, PAS celebrates and is always open to such diversity, not only as a special feature of our society, but also as the core of Islamic teachings which embraces such reality in the bonds of our great human family, inclusive of people of all races, cultures and religions, legally and honourably.

"Merry Christmas and happy holidays," he said. - Mkini