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    Forum explores psychological, spiritual rewards of fasting

    The Da’wah Dissemination Division of the Islamic Da’wah Centre (PDI) at the Ministry of Religious Affairs (MoRA) conducted a special Ramadhan forum themed ‘Fasting and Mental Health’ at the Conference Hall in Kampong Pulaie yesterday.

    The ceremony began with the recitation of Sayyidul Istighfar and Surah Al-Fatihah, followed by the presentation of souvenirs to the panel members by PDI Director Haji Abdul Rajid bin Haji Mohd Salleh, the guest of honour. The event also saw a tausyeh performance by the Dhiyaul Iman Group from the Youth Religious Programme. Forum panellists comprised PDI Religious Development officer Haji Muskrisman Safari bin Haji Mustapa, MoRA Education officer Siti Hanisah binti Haji Othman and Assistant Counsellor of the Department of Prisons Fariszal bin Ali. It was chaired by PDI Senior Assistant of Religious Development Zannatul Mardhiah binti Sulaiman.

    The event aimed to raise awareness on the impact of fasting on physical and mental health and the benefits of fasting in reducing stress, while increasing mental and emotional peace and instilling values of gratitude, patience and contentment. – Lyna Mohamad

    ABOVE & BELOW: Photos show attendees at the forum. PHOTO: LYNA MOHAMAD
    PHOTO: LYNA MOHAMAD

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