In Pattaya, recent initiative sponsored by Nongprue Subdistrict has enabled young Muslim males to receive circumcisions, a significant aspect of their faith. Nongprue Mayor Winai Inpitak introduced the programme on April 25 at the Nurul Yaqeen Mosque alongside Pairoj Yuttanava, who serves as the chairman of the Nernplubwan 6 Community.
While circumcision is typically carried out on male infants, the procedure takes on a unique importance for Muslims. Referred to as “khitan,” male circumcision is performed later in life within this religious community for faith-based reasons. As such, it aims to closely align the practice with the teachings and customs of the Islamic religion, reported Pattaya Mail.
In order to bolster support and grant the practice its due respect and legitimacy, Nongprue officials have highlighted the various benefits of circumcision,…
