Motivational Event in Shah Alam Accused of Promoting Heresy & Indecent Dancing, JAKIM Responds

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A Malaysian woman recently exposed the controversial aspects of a family motivational programme held in Shah Alam, claiming that the event allegedly included elements of heresy.

The event, which took place last year, was reportedly targeted at divorced women or those experiencing marital dissatisfaction. In a lengthy Facebook post, the woman claimed that the organiser and other high-ranking members of the group, known as Cleopatra, removed their clothing and began dancing on stage.

Attendees were reportedly shocked and invited to join, though participation was not mandatory. The woman also alleged that participants were served a chocolate drink called Piya, though its contents remain unknown.

The event allegedly concluded with a ritual described as a “sacred bath,” symbolising a form of rebirth. Attendees were asked to lie down and were “cleansed” with wet towels from head to toe, then wrapped in cloth and later unwrapped to signify the completion of the ritual.

The woman likened the practice to those found in New Age movements.

The Department of Islamic Development Malaysia (JAKIM) have acknowledged the matter and released an official statement last night (July 11), condemning the event as being contrary to Islamic teachings.

According to JAKIM, the programme encouraged women to “love themselves” by rejecting marriage and embracing personal autonomy, including controversial views on sexuality.

You can read JAKIM’s full statement here.

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