More Than 230 Converts Join Grand Tadarus in Conjunction with Nuzul Al-Quran and PERKIM’s 66th Anniversary

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KUALA LUMPUR, March 7, 2026 – More than 230 Muslim converts from diverse ethnic backgrounds took part in a Grand Al-Quran Tadarus programme held in conjunction with the Nuzul Al-Quran celebration for 1447H and the 66th anniversary of Muslim Welfare Organisation Malaysia (PERKIM) at the Surau Jumaat PERKIM, PERKIM Building, Jalan Sultan Azlan Shah, here on Saturday morning.

The programme, jointly organised by PERKIM National and Surau Jumaat PERKIM, brought together converts from various communities including Chinese, Indian, Iban, Kadazan, Murut and Bidayuh, as well as participants from the Philippines, Indonesia, Cambodia and Myanmar.

Participants were divided into 15 groups, with each group reciting two juzuk of the Al-Quran under the guidance of appointed facilitators (munabbih). Three special groups were also formed, two for adults and one for children who are still new to learning the Quran, focusing on guided recitation of selected verses.

The event was fully emceed by PERKIM National Dakwah Executive, Ustaz Muhammad Farhan Tee Abdullah.

The programme was further graced by the presence of PERKIM National Women’s Chief, YTM Tunku Puan Sri Dato’ Hajah Noor Hayati Tunku Abdul Rahman Putra Al-Haj, accompanied by PERKIM Vice-President YBhg Dr Mohd Ridhuan Tee Abdullah and PERKIM National Council Member YBhg Dr Nur’azah Dato’ Abdul Manaf.

Following the tadarus session, PERKIM National Dakwah Executive Ustaz Muhammad Jais Mariappan Abdullah led the khatam (completion) recitation of the Al-Quran beginning from Surah Ad-Dhuha until Surah An-Nas before delivering the doa khatam al-Quran.

He later led the recitation of Surah Yasin and tahlil, which were collectively dedicated to PERKIM’s founder, the late Tunku Abdul Rahman Putra Al-Haj.

In his welcoming speech on behalf of PERKIM Honorary Secretary-General YBhg Dato’ Dr Haji Mohamad Marzuki Mohamad Omar, PERKIM National Administration Director, YBhg Dr Suariza @ Hidayah Muhammad said the commemoration of Nuzul Al-Quran marks a significant moment in Islamic history, recalling the revelation of the first divine message to Prophet Muhammad SAW as guidance for all mankind.

She said the Quran is not merely a holy book to be recited but should also be understood, internalised and practised in daily life to cultivate a morally upright and harmonious society.

She also explained that PERKIM Day, celebrated annually on Feb 8, was established to commemorate the birthday of its founder, the late Tunku Abdul Rahman Putra Al-Haj, although the organisation was officially founded on Aug 19, 1960, a date formally recognised by PERKIM’s National Council.

Meanwhile, PERKIM Vice-President Dr Mohd Ridhuan Tee Abdullah, in his officiating speech, expressed gratitude to Allah SWT for the opportunity to gather for the Nuzul Al-Quran celebration and PERKIM’s 66th anniversary.

He also conveyed appreciation to all parties involved in making the programme a success, particularly PERKIM members who continue to remain committed to carrying out dakwah and welfare efforts for Muslim converts.

In his address, Dr Ridhuan Tee reflected on the immense contributions of the late Tunku Abdul Rahman, describing him as a statesman who played an important role in introducing Islam to non-Muslim communities.

He noted that although Tunku was not a religious scholar, he often encouraged non-Muslims to learn about Islam, in line with a hadith of the Prophet Muhammad SAW urging Muslims to convey the message of Islam even if it is only a single verse.

“The leadership demonstrated by the late Tunku shows that a leader who performs good deeds will become a role model for society,” he said.

He also urged PERKIM members and Muslims to confidently invite their non-Muslim friends to learn about Islam through wise approaches, whether through kind words, exemplary conduct or interactions that reflect the beauty of Islamic teachings.

Dr Ridhuan Tee also shared his personal journey as a convert who embraced Islam after leaving his former beliefs, which made him more aware of the importance of safeguarding the purity of faith while strengthening dakwah efforts.

He said PERKIM must continue to play its role as an active organisation in safeguarding the welfare of Muslim converts and championing issues affecting the Muslim community.

At the same time, he emphasised that Islam respects the rights of followers of other religions to practise their faith, provided that all activities are conducted with respect for the boundaries and rights of the local community.

He also reminded that the efforts carried out by PERKIM, such as assisting converts, providing religious knowledge and offering welfare aid, constitute amal jariah, a form of charity whose rewards continue even after one’s passing.

“These efforts not only benefit society but also become a lasting investment in the hereafter, with rewards that continue even for those who have passed away,” he said.

At the end of his speech, he invited all present to continue praying that PERKIM’s da’wah and welfare efforts would always be blessed by Allah SWT and that the late Tunku Abdul Rahman be placed among the righteous.

With the recitation of Bismillahirrahmanirrahim, he officially launched the Nuzul Al-Quran Celebration 1447H and PERKIM’s 66th Anniversary celebration.

The event also featured the presentation of tokens of appreciation by Dr Ridhuan Tee to the munabbih and tadarus participants, while Tunku Noor Hayati presented zakat contributions to participants at the end of the programme.

Also serving as programme secretariat were Siti Munirah Sayed Mohd Hamdan, Nur Syahirah Musa, Fatin Hamizah Ismail, Azura Abdul Rahman, Fatin Akmal Aksah, Farah Irishah Hazlizham, Siti Fatimah Ladda Abdullah, and Mualish Shah Mohd Anuar.

Ustaz Jais Mariappan leads the Quranic tadarus recitation as a munabbih together with a group of Muslim converts.

 

Converts and members of the Muslim community participate in a tadarus session in conjunction with the Nuzul Al-Quran 1447H celebration at Surau Jumaat PERKIM.

 

Ustaz Jogi, serving as munabbih, recites together with the tadarus participants while correcting minor reading errors.

 

Members of the PERKIM National staff group also take part in the tadarus session.

 

The tadarus programme held in conjunction with Nuzul Al-Quran further enlivens the spiritual atmosphere of Ramadan Al-Mubarak.

 

Ustazah Munirah, acting as munabbih, conducts the tadarus session together with young children.

 

YTM Tunku Puan Sri Dato’ Hajjah Noor Hayati Tunku Abdul Rahman Putra Al-Haj, PERKIM Women’s Chief, arrives to grace the Nuzul Al-Quran celebration alongside Dr Ridhuan Tee.

 

Ustaz Jais Mariappan leads the recitation of Surah Yasin and tahlil in conjunction with PERKIM’s 66th anniversary.

 

Surah Yasin is recited calmly and melodiously in congregation.

 

Converts who have just completed the Quran recitation dedicate the Surah Yasin recitation to PERKIM’s founder, the late Tunku Abdul Rahman Putra Al-Haj.

 

 

(From left:) Dr Suariza, Tunku Noor Hayati, Dr Ridhuan Tee and Dr Nur’azah join in dedicating the Surah Yasin recitation to the late Tunku in conjunction with PERKIM Day.

 

Converts who are able to read follow along in the Surah Yasin recitation.

 

After the Surah Yasin recitation, a tahlil prayer is held for the late Tunku Abdul Rahman.

 

PERKIM’s distinguished guests at the Nuzul Al-Quran 1447H Celebration and PERKIM’s 66th Anniversary event.

 

Ustaz Farhan Tee, serving as master of ceremonies, officiates the Nuzul Al-Quran 1447H celebration.

 

 

Ustaz Jais Mariappan leads the doa khatam al-Quran and doa selamat.

 

Distinguished guests raise their hands in prayer as the supplication is recited.

 

 

 

Converts also join in saying “Amin” to the prayers recited.

 

Dr Suariza, in her welcoming speech representing the PERKIM Honorary Secretary-General, says the Nuzul Al-Quran celebration marks a significant event in Islamic history commemorating the first revelation to Prophet Muhammad SAW.

 

Dr Ridhuan Tee also reflects on the immense contributions of the late Tunku, describing him as a statesman who played an important role in introducing Islam to non-Muslim communities.

 

According to Dr Ridhuan Tee, although the late Tunku was not a religious scholar, he often encouraged non-Muslims to learn about Islam, in line with the Prophet’s hadith urging Muslims to convey the message even if only a single verse.

 

Dr Ridhuan Tee presents a token of appreciation to Ustaz Jogi, who served as a munabbih for one of the tadarus groups.

 

Norlailialpin, also a munabbih for a tadarus group, receives a token of appreciation from Dr Ridhuan Tee.

 

Tunku Noor Hayati presents zakat contributions to Muslim converts.

 

A female Muslim convert receives zakat assistance from Tunku Noor Hayati.

 

Tunku Noor Hayati presents zakat contributions to the tadarus participants.

 

Young children also receive zakat contributions from Tunku Noor Hayati.

 

Tunku Noor Hayati presents a commemorative token to Dr Ridhuan Tee at the end of the event.

 

Dr Nur’azah receives a commemorative token from Tunku Noor Hayati.