HAPPY BIRTHDAY PROPHET MOHAMMAD!
Today Malaysians (and I'm sure other mainly Islamic regions, and just Muslims in general) celebrate the big kahuna prophets birthday. According to some dodgy random website that I stumbled upon, the 'birthday' celebration is actually held on the anniversary of his death ... which is weird. But you know, whatever floats your boat Muslims.
I had the *awesome* idea of going down to the local mosque this morning and singing a breathy version of Happy Birthday a'la Marilyn Munroe to JFK, but apparently its not the done thing. I can't really see the problem with it, but you know, respect other religions and whatnot (smartarse!)
I had the *awesome* idea of going down to the local mosque this morning and singing a breathy version of Happy Birthday a'la Marilyn Munroe to JFK, but apparently its not the done thing. I can't really see the problem with it, but you know, respect other religions and whatnot (smartarse!)
Whilst on the subject of religion, Happy Easter to everyone at home. Think of me with pity - this country possesses neither hot cross buns nor Easter eggs. Yes, tis' a crime against humanity. However, also think of me with jealousy, as I go island-hopping round some of the finer parts of Malaysia - including the awesomely duty-free LANGKAWI!! Bring on the AU 25cents cans of beer! Duty-free Malaysian prices are enough to make a girl start smoking again! (just kidding Grandma)
Anyway, peace out to all, have a SAFE and HAPPY Easter break. To my Asian friends - try not to study too hard :)
*Disclaimer - Okay, this is actually a mosque in Istanbul. Truth be told, I haven't taken any photos of the local one, mainly because apparently its not all that impressive and I haven't been bothered to check it out. However, I promise to get my Islam on sometime in the near future. The mosque at Shah Alam, the old state capital, is supposed to be the biggest in the country and blinging to the max so I'll make my way there soon.
PS - If someone could explain to me the reason behind the various spellings of Mohammed, I would be much obliged. Oh, and the difference between Islamic banking and "normal" banking. Oh, and how to use the tandas pipe ... just kidding .... but it would be cool to know ...
Anyway, peace out to all, have a SAFE and HAPPY Easter break. To my Asian friends - try not to study too hard :)
*Disclaimer - Okay, this is actually a mosque in Istanbul. Truth be told, I haven't taken any photos of the local one, mainly because apparently its not all that impressive and I haven't been bothered to check it out. However, I promise to get my Islam on sometime in the near future. The mosque at Shah Alam, the old state capital, is supposed to be the biggest in the country and blinging to the max so I'll make my way there soon.
PS - If someone could explain to me the reason behind the various spellings of Mohammed, I would be much obliged. Oh, and the difference between Islamic banking and "normal" banking. Oh, and how to use the tandas pipe ... just kidding .... but it would be cool to know ...
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