Pengiran Muhammad Salleh
Pengiran Muhammad Salleh | |
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| ڤڠيرن محمد صالح | |
Pengiran Muhammad Salleh, c. 1959 | |
| Born | 1890 Kampong Pemancha Lama, Kampong Ayer, Brunei |
| Died | 22 February 1969 (aged 79) Brunei |
| Resting place | Royal Mausoleum, Bandar Seri Begawan, Brunei |
| Known for | Member of Tujuh Serangkai committee from 1953 to 1954 |
Pengiran Muhammad Salleh bin Pengiran Anak Haji Muhammad (1890 – 22 February 1969) was a religious figure and noble cleric who held the position of Pengiran Di-Gadong in Brunei. Serving from 1968 to 1969, this title represents the second most senior rank within the wazir class of state officials. In addition, he was a member of the Tujuh Serangkai ("Seven Branches") committee from 1953 to 1954, and Brunei Islamic Religious Council (MUIB) from 1959 to 1969.
He was widely regarded as a devoted religious figure who dedicated much of his life to the development of Islam. A strong advocate for English-language education, he also championed the strict enforcement of Islamic laws, including the prohibition of alcohol consumption for Muslims and the regulation of Khalwat violations.