Why are GISBH followers declared deviant by Pahang Mufti Department?

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GISBH Followers Declared Deviant for Adherence to Specific Beliefs and Economic System

The followers of GISB Holdings Sdn Bhd (GISBH) have been declared heretical and deviant by the Pahang Mufti Department due to their continued adherence to two specific beliefs and practices. These include the propagation of Aurad Muhammadiah, previously declared heretical in 1994, and the belief that the late al-Arqam founder, Ashaari Muhammad, did not die but is in a state of ghaib (vanished into the unseen). This ruling, which has received consent from the Pahang Sultan, Al-Sultan Abdullah Ri’ayatuddin Al-Mustafa Billah Shah, for public dissemination, also encompasses any related offshoots or interpretations of these teachings.
Adherence to Previously Condemned Teachings

The core reason for the declaration of deviance stems from the continuation of Aurad Muhammadiah. This spiritual practice was originally propagated by the al-Arqam group, which was officially declared heretical and deviant by religious authorities in 1994. Despite this prior ruling, followers of GISBH have persisted in upholding these practices, leading to the current pronouncement by the Pahang Mufti Department.
Belief in Founder's Continued Existence

A second significant tenet contributing to the declaration is the belief that Ashaari Muhammad, the founder of the al-Arqam movement who passed away in 2010, did not actually die. Instead, adherents maintain that he is in a state of ghaib, meaning he has vanished into the unseen. This belief challenges established Islamic understanding of death and resurrection.
Broader Scope of Ruling

The decision by the Pahang Mufti Department is not limited to the specific individuals directly involved. It explicitly states that the ruling applies to any version, form, or offshoot of the aforementioned teachings. This includes any related beliefs, ideologies, philosophies, or groups that have either existed or will be established in connection with these doctrines.
Non-Islamic Economic System

Beyond the spiritual and theological aspects, the committee also determined that the economic system developed and promoted by GISBH followers is not in accordance with Islamic principles. This assessment found that their economic framework does not comply with established Islamic laws and regulations, further contributing to the overall declaration of deviance.

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