How many of us remember the times when we needed to defend our country, Malaysia? Despite the ills that plague it, there are bright spots to be proud of. The brightest of them is the diversity in ethnicity, culture and religion, which has given us the culinary delights and the joyous occasion of different celebrations.
Unfortunately events of late has cast doubts on the beautiful facade of such a diverse nation, with hatred and intolerance brewing beneath a calm exterior. The slightest spark igniting a fire that can potentially erase decades of nation building, driving the wedge deeper among her people.
What has become of Malaysia? It is times like this that we need to pray for cooler heads to prevail. Those that love the country should stand united in condemning this act. No religion condones such dastardly acts and the pious should distance themselves from this.
Let us all pray for Malaysia and ask that God gives each of us peace in our hearts and for good to prevail over evil. Let not the defile few stain the sanctity of each of our religions.
God help us.
