Amputee Diabetes Patient Graduates With Master’s Degree

KUALA KANGSAR, Dec 6 (Bernama) -- The loss of his left leg to diabetes six months ago did not dampen the spirit of 62-year-old Muhamad Sabri Di to complete his master’s degree in Usuluddin (Islamic theology) at Universiti Sultan Azlan Shah (USAS) this year.

The retired teacher said losing his leg was not the end of the road. On the contrary, he saw it as a gift from Allah, strengthening his resolve to deepen his knowledge in the field.

“After retiring as a teacher, I received what I consider a ‘gift’ from Allah. I was diagnosed with diabetes six months ago while still pursuing my master’s at USAS, yet I carried on with my studies.

“…I have always loved learning and reading…aqidah (creed) is a subject that is not easy to understand. I wanted to explore and deepen my knowledge of aqidah for myself, my family and to strengthen my role as a kadi serving the community,” he said, having completed his studies after four years.

Earlier, Sultan Nazrin Shah of Perak conferred PhD, Master’s, Bachelor’s degrees, as well as Diplomas in Management and Information Technology.

His Royal Highness also conferred PhD, Master’s, Bachelor’s degrees, as well as postgraduate diplomas and diplomas to graduates from the Faculty of Islamic Studies and Social Sciences.

Muhammad Sabri, a certified teacher with the Perak Islamic Religious Department, continues to work as a takmir teacher (who conducts educational programmes in mosques and surau) and a deputy kadi at three mosques in the Ipoh area.

“People in our community are more knowledgeable these days, so as teachers, we must have a little more knowledge, not to show off, but to be able to share extra insights with others,” he added.

The 18th USAS convocation celebrated 1,755 graduates, comprising six PhD graduates, 50 master’s and postgraduate diploma recipients, 759 bachelor’s degree holders, and 940 diploma graduates.

-- BERNAMA