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Thu. Jun. 18, 2009

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Islam and Art (10+ Fatwas)

By  Living Shari`ah Staff

 
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Islam is a way of life. It is also a practical religion that recognizes and considers the natural needs and instincts of humans. People, by virtue of their human nature, need to relax, enjoy the blessings of the worldly life, and spend some time in recreation and entertainment.

Generally speaking, Islam is not in conflict with good art that promotes virtue, morality, decency, and permissible joy. Many people misunderstand Islam's moderate and realistic position on art; therefore, they introduce a distorted image about Islam.

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This folder, one of the Living Shari`ah 10+ Fatwas series, contains a wealth of information to help Muslims and non-Muslims know more about Islam's stance on different types of art.  
 

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Singing & Music

The whole issue of singing and music is controversial. Some issues succeeded to gain the Muslim scholars’ agreement, while others failed. All scholars agree on the prohibition of all forms of singing and music that incites debauchery…

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Watching Television: Not Allowed?

There is no single authentic text or order which prohibits watching television or looking at pictures as some people believe. Islam does not deprive Muslims from benefiting from good means and tools…

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Drawing Living Creatures

It is important to keep in mind that today drawing has become a very powerful medium of communication. For this reason, Muslims cannot simply afford to neglect this vital medium of communication…

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Muslim Youth and the Arts

Islam is a comprehensive religion. It does consist of arts, sciences, economic, politics, culture and so on. It also consists of guidelines and rulings that govern these activities…

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Are Children's Cartoons Prohibited?

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Students of Fine Arts: Can They Make Statues and Portraits?

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Playing Music at Weddings

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Qawali & Western Music

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Listening to Western Music and Songs

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Does Listening to Music or Watching Movies Break the Fast?

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Singing & Music: Islamic View

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Putting on Music While Making Love

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What Does Islam Say on Music?

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Can Men Sing in front of Women?

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Depicting the Prophets in Films

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Depicting Angels in Films?

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Can I Work in the Film Industry?

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Films and Drama in the Islamic Perspective

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Using Cartoon Films for Da`wah and Educational Purposes

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Qur'anic Verses in Flash Films

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Trading in Video Films

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Subtitling American Movies: Permissible?

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Is Going to Movies in Mixed Groups Permissible?

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My Husband Watches Porn Movies: May I Leave the Bed?

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Watching Pornographic Movies

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Selling Movies: Is it Permissible?

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TV Channels Promoting Vice: How to Deter?

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Islamic View on Prize TV Shows

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Investing Money in Producing TV Serials

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Watching TV & Dancing in Weddings

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Reading the Qur'an along with TV Show

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TV Announcer's Greeting: Shall We Respond?

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Women Working as TV Announcers

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Running a Photo Studio

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Fatwa on Photography

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Starring at Actresses' Photos

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Watching Pornographic Cartoons

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Using Cartoon Films for Da`wah and Educational Purposes

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Praying in a Place With Images or Statues

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Islamic Views on Erecting Statues

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Drawing from an Islamic Perspective

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Watching TV: Permissible?

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