Supporting the Elderly: The “Kenang Budi” Concept Within the Malay Society in Malaysia

The rising number of elderlies has brought several issues forward, particularly pertaining to care and support. Children are expected be the primary source support for elderly provide them with physical, social, financial show that they indebted their parents. This concept is called “kenang budi.” prevalent in Malay Muslim culture Malaysia. study examines types given by children practice budi” analyzing data gathered from 327 Pahang, Malaysia, using Statistical Package Social Sciences (SPSS) software. results demonstrate practiced acts service, such as providing health care, aiding financially, preparing daily necessities, maintaining good contact, taking places mosques festival shows. Since children’s pertinent well-being elderly, appropriate ensuring continuous a chance responsible elderly. article highlights element (literally, English, grateful) community, especially context doing or attitude towards parents, similar filial piety Chinese society Southeast Asia.