Bandar seri begawan: In conjunction with the Mukim Mentiri Family Day Celebration, the Mukim Consultative Council and Village Consultative Council of Mukim Mentiri organized a religious gathering that included the reading of Surah Yassin, Tahlil, and Doa Arwah. This solemn event was held to honor the late Al-Marhum Sultan Haji Omar ‘Ali Saifuddien Sa’adul Khairi Waddien, Al-Marhumah Duli Raja Isteri Pengiran Anak Damit, and Al-Marhum His Royal Highness Prince Haji ‘Abdul ‘Azim. The gathering took place at the Royal Mausoleum on the morning of July 13th.
According to Radio Television Brunei, the event was attended by several notable figures, including Yang Berhormat Awang Lawi bin Haji Lamat, a Member of the Legislative Council. The gathering was part of the broader Mukim Mentiri Family Day Celebration, which aims to foster community spirit and remember the contributions of the nation’s leaders.
The reading of Surah Yassin, Tahlil, and Doa Arwah are significant religious practices observed in Brunei, serving as a mark of respect and remembrance for those who have passed away. The presence of community leaders and members highlights the importance of these traditions in maintaining cultural and spiritual ties within the society.