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The conversion procedures of muallaf in Negeri Sembilan: issues and challenges
Norlina Ismail1, Azman Ab. Rahman2, Zulkifli Hasan3.
Conversion to Islam among non-Muslim in Malaysia have a positive growth that should be
given proper attention particularly on muallaf welfare, social support and Islamic education.
The conversion procedure is one of the vital parts that should be understood before
embracing Islam. The objective of this article is to identify the procedure of conversion to
Islam as being practiced in Negeri Sembilan and to explore the current issues and challenges
encountered by muallaf during the conversion to Islam. This article has revealed that the
conversion procedure in Negeri Sembilan is governed by the Administration of the Religion
of Islam (Negeri Sembilan) Enactment 2003. Besides, there are issues involving muallaf
during conversion phase includes the pronunciation of syahadah and the witnesses. The
implication of the article will provide sufficient information for further development of
conversion procedures’ guideline. Further study should be conducted to enhance the
effectiveness of conversion procedure among muallaf.
Affiliation:
- Universiti Sains Islam Malaysia, Malaysia
- Universiti Sains Islam Malaysia, Malaysia
- Universiti Sains Islam Malaysia, Malaysia
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