KUALA LUMPUR, July 3 -- Mosque and surau committees nationwide have reportedly been urged to review the Arabic calligraphy of khat displayed in their premises to prevent religious offences coming from errors.

After a furore over a mosque in Melaka, Minister in the Prime Minister's Department (Religious Affairs) Datuk Mohd Na'im Mokhtar reportedly said it was crucial to verify the source and accuracy of any calligraphy to avoid future issues.

"Mosque and surau committees must take the initiative to verify any calligraphy before displaying it at these premises," he was quoted saying by Harian Metro.

"There must be an effort to thoroughly check any calligraphy to be displayed, ensuring that it aligns with the Quran and Hadith."

A mosque ...