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National Philosophy
MIB Concept
The National Philosophy of Melayu Islam Beraja (Malay Islamic
Monarchy) has actually been in existence as far back as 100 AD. The
Brunei Malay Monarchy is believed to have been established in early
5th century. Islam spread to the Malay Archipelago in the 6th century
and became official religion in the 14th century when the Brunei King,
Sang Aji Awang Alak Betatar became the first Sultan known as Sultan
Muhammad Shah.
His Majesty Sultan Haji Hassanal Bolkiah Mu'izzaddin Waddaulah
officially proclaimed this MIB philosophy on the first of January 1984
- the very moment Brunei Darussalam assumed its independent and
sovereign status. It has become the nation's formal guiding light and
as a way of life for Brunei Darussalam. It is a blend of Malay
language, culture and Malay customs, the teaching of Islamic laws and
values and the monarchy system which must be esteemed and practiced by
all. Islam is tolerant of all religions so the MIB philosophy cannot
be viewed as a force which stifles the practice of other religions.
Rather it is a vehicle by which other religions can carry on as usual
their religious practices and rites with the respects and peace they
deserve.
Brunei Darussalam as an Islamic nation honours everything which
embodies Islam in a moderate way. It observes special days in the
Islamic calendar such as Hari Raya Aidil Fitri and Hari Raya Puasa and
important events in the Islamic history such as the birth of Prophet
Muhammad (peace be upon him), Hijrah, Nuzul Al-Quran (The Revelation
of The Quran) and Isra' Mikraj. The Brunei government also shows its
respect during the fasting month of Ramadan when all government
officers and staff work only six hours daily (as opposed to the seven
an half hours daily of normal working hours outside Ramadan) while all
entertainment and sport activities are temporarily suspended. Doa, a
very important link to God's blessing, is incorporated in every
government function and project. His Majesty also encourages the
recital of the Holy Quran every morning prior to the start of work in
order to obtain blessing and guidance from God.
The nation hopes that through the true adoption and practice of the
MIB philosophy, the purity of Islam, the purity of the Malay race and
the institution Monarchy can be maintained and preserved as a lasting
legacy for future generations.
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