Late though, I am happy Revathi is finally released - at least physically. Mentally she is still imprisoned. Technically, she is released to the custody of her parents. What does mean when a 29 year-old is released to the custody of her parents? I can understand if she is under 18 years of age, but not this situation. Despite her release, she is not allowed to leave Islam and she will continue to receive "counseling" from the Malacca Islamic Council - not sure how long these "counseling" sessions will last. Sad to day but the there is no release yet - the imprisonment still continues.
What happens to the baby, Diviya? She still does not have a birth certificate. It is also clear that Revathi has not changed her religion and will not do so. I am not sure how long this will go on and when it will end. I personally hope Revathi's personal rights and freedom of choice is respected. Some bedtime reading here, here, here, and here and much more on the internet if you type "Revathi released" search on Google.
Despite the gloom, I feel this is the right time and opportunity for people involved in this case to show tolerance. The Syariah Court, "in its wisdom" has granted the release (The Sun, Jul 6) could continue to demonstrate compassion that made Islam as a great world civilization that it is. This is expressed here and here. I feel this is a time when the world needs to see the true face of Islam in its beauty, depth and splendor.
I pray, wisdom, tolerance and understanding prevails.
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