A video of renowned Islamic scholar Maulana Tariq Jamil delivering a speech in a Malaysian mosque recently went viral, stirring controversy due to an apparent political endorsement. In the viral clip, he is heard praising former Prime Minister Imran Khan, calling him “a truthful, honest, and spiritual leader”, and urging people to pray for him.
Clarification from Maulana Tariq Jamil
However, Maulana Tariq Jamil has now clarified via microblogging platform X (formerly Twitter) that the video has been misleadingly edited. While the video visuals are real, the audio was manipulated.
> “My speech from a Malaysian mosque is being shared on social media with an old, unrelated audio attached to it. Clapping sounds and political context have been added, completely changing the actual message,” he stated.
He emphasized that such behavior is dishonest and misleading, and urged the public to avoid spreading manipulated religious content.
Translator Confirms No Political Statement Was Made
A video of the translator who accompanied Maulana Tariq Jamil in Malaysia also surfaced on TikTok. The translator confirmed that Maulana did not mention Imran Khan during the speech.
> “I was translating Maulana’s speech. He never uttered a single word about Imran Khan. Whoever edited and circulated this version has committed a deceitful act,” the translator said.
He added, “This is a fitna (mischief). Please share this clarification widely to stop the spread of lies.”
Importance of Verifying Information
This incident underscores the dangers of misinformation on social media. Videos, especially those involving respected religious figures, can easily be manipulated to serve political narratives. Maulana Tariq Jamil and his team have urged followers to verify content before reacting or sharing it online.
