JPA Daily Buzz - Edisi 32 2026

page 1 32nd Edition/ 2026 17 March 2026 Behind every story, there is a team that works with heart. The Pulsekeeper Dr. Diyana Hassim The VisionWhisperer Norazizul The Pixel Alchemist Sabrina The Buzz Architect Lidyawati The Buzzkeeper Nurfazlina The Light Catcher Syukran The Buzz Crew Pulau pandan jauh ke tengah, Gunung Daik bercabang tiga, Hancur badan dikandung tanah, Budi yang baik dikenang juga. Pantun has long been part of Malay tradition, often used to convey wisdom and values about life. One of the values most cherished in Malay culture is budi, which embodies kindness, humility and respect towards others. The idea of budi reminds individuals to treat others with courtesy, empathy and sincerity. Values that remain deeply rooted in Malay society. Perhaps that is why, as Hari Raya Aidilfitri approaches each year, one phrase echoes across homes, offices and messages exchanged among family members, friends and colleagues: “ Maaf zahir dan batin .” Have you ever wondered about the meaning behind these words? We say it almost automatically while shaking hands with our parents, greeting relatives during open houses, writing festive cards, or sending WhatsApp messages to friends and colleagues. Some people even joke with phrases such as “maaf zahir sahaja, batin belum tentu” or simply say “kosong- kosong.” Yet despite how familiar it is, have we ever truly reflected on where this phrase originated and what it actually means? “ Maaf Zahir dan Batin ” : A Timeless Malay Tradition of Forgiveness “Maaf Zahir dan Batin”: A Timeless Malay Tradition of Forgiveness