A dark history - Malaysia

In the light of the recent attacks on Churches on some parts of Malaysia,certainly we are at the lowest point of our Malaysian history since the dark history of 13th May 1969. We have prided ourselves with the racial harmony between the races that exist in this nation since Independence Day and also the formation of Malaysia with Sarawak and Sabah into the membership.

But after the attacks on Churches that which would directly tarnish the image of the country in the eyes of the citizens of the world,certainly the question would be: Where are we going from here?

Foreigners,investors from countries all over the world flock to Malaysia to find opportunities, to relax, to discover our unique cultures and customs. However, we are apparently too comfortable and too ignorant about our peaceful years that we have seemed to take it for granted. Youths in their youthful years joined pointless and perhaps,to be more illuminating,dangerous rallies to show their disagreement. I thought it is of the Malaysians' culture to go for diplomacy. However, all have seemed to be forgotten.

I have respect for everyone, yes, I do. Respects and also trust are something very hard to build these days and we Malaysians have experienced that in large quantities over the years and become the envy of other countries. Restless countries such as Iraq, Indonesia, North Korea, Afghanistan, Africa and a many more such as them have that thick jealousy for our peace. But we have seemed to ignore that too,especially recently.

As a Capitalist, I see this move as a very bad move for the economy.Even more so in the light of recent recession.

As a Malaysian, I see this move as a very bad move for the country as a whole. We have created enemies among our own brothers and sisters.

As a Christian, I see this move as a very bad move as religious issues are very sensitive,no matter how the so-called liberal Christians think that the so-called religious issues are not sensitive at all,just simply misunderstandings.

As a person who triumphs for justice and peace, I certainly condemn these disgraceful acts.

So,now my dearest brothers and sisters, please,please,if you have deep concern and love for your country,for your family, for your people, for everyone, think twice before making any conclusions and set a right example for the world.

Today you wake up in Malaysia. Tomorrow you wake up in Iraq.Which would you prefer?
It's a very sad day indeed.

A penny a day

Posted in: Local politics - Religious issues