“I was really touched. It’s nice to see that there are still people with kind hearts,” she said after the encounter with the Chinese men.
@dapurmama.nora shared on Threads that she had encountered two Chinese men had approached her at a local mamak who asked if they could eat first before the time to break fast.
She said she was surprised when one of them approached her and said: “Sister, may I eat first? I’m very hungry.”
@dapurmama.nora told the men that it was it was not problem and for them to proceed with their food.
After the azan was heard signalling the time to break fast, the Chinese men even wished her “Selamat berbuka”, which left her feeling emotional.
“I was really touched. It’s nice to see that there are still people with kind hearts,” she said.
The story resonated with many Malaysians, who shared their own experiences of mutual respect during Ramadan.
One user, muhamadshafaranural, recalled a similar moment at a service centre.
“I had a service appointment at Perodua and there was an aunty having breakfast. Just as I was about to sit down, she got up and moved to another table and said, ‘Sorry, I’m eating and you are fasting.’
“I replied that it was okay and I didn’t mind at all, but she kept apologising. I hope this kind of harmony lasts forever and continues to the next generation. Spread love, respect and understanding.”
Another user, texmexram, simply commented: “Empathy and tolerance are beautiful.”
Meanwhile, aamirhafreez praised the men’s gesture, saying it reflected good manners.
“It’s all about adab — respecting one another. Good job, young men! You both deserve a thumbs up.”
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