Bahlil's Opinion on Eid al-Adha Seen as Potentially Misleading
Energy and Mineral Resources Minister Bahlil Lahadalia's statement that every Muslim is obligated to slaughter a goat during Eid al-Adha has drawn criticism. Eko Saputra, Chairman of Gema Nasional, thinks the statement could lead to misunderstandings.
Eko emphasized that in Islamic teachings, the act of sacrifice is a sunnah muakkadah for those who are financially able, not an obligation for all Muslims. He reminded public officials to be careful when making statements related to religion.
Gema Nasional also highlighted that the narrative of mandatory sacrifice could burden people who aren't financially capable yet. The organization urges public officials to promote proper education and avoid polemics.
Previously, in an opinion piece in Harian Kompas, Bahlil equated sacrifice with zakat fitrah and said every Muslim must slaughter a goat or chip in for a cow/camel.
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