A Malaysian has sparked an online discussion after claiming their parents warned them they would have to answer in the afterlife for supporting Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim, also known as PMX.
In a post on Threads, user @acciofirebolt09 said they had told their parents about their political support, only to receive a response that left them confused and seeking advice from other users.
According to the individual, their parents linked their support for Anwar to their responsibilities as a Muslim, arguing that he had worked with DAP leaders whom they allegedly labelled as “kafir”, or non-believers.
The user added that their parents had encouraged them to support the opposing political camps, which they referred to as “green/blue”, claiming doing so would fulfil their duty as a Muslim to promote unity within the community.
The exchange prompted the user to question whether supporting Anwar and Pakatan Harapan (PH) was genuinely considered sinful for a Muslim.
The post attracted various reactions, with several commenters arguing that political support should not be treated as a measure of a person’s religious faith.
One commenter said leaders should instead be judged based on their fairness, integrity, trustworthiness and performance in governing.
They also pointed out that unity among Muslims did not require everyone to support the same political party, adding that religion should not be used to condemn another person’s political choices.
Another commenter echoed the sentiment, writing: “At the end of the day, it’s just a political party, not a religion.”
Others, however, focused on helping the individual manage the disagreement without damaging their relationship with their parents.
Some advised keeping their voting preferences private and avoiding unnecessary political arguments, while others encouraged respectful discussions to prevent the issue from escalating into a family dispute.
One commenter urged the individual to speak calmly with their parents, stressing that political differences should never come between family members.
Another suggested taking a less confrontational approach by gradually sharing examples of government initiatives involving everyday needs, such as clinics and schools, rather than engaging in heated debates about politics and the economy.
Despite their differing advice, many commenters shared a common message: political disagreements should not be allowed to damage family relationships.
