Darul Iftaa Mahmudiyyah

I gambled in past and now I don't know what to do with the money. I will repent to allah and ensure that it won't happen again. But should I throw away the money? or should I give it to charity??

· 21 Dhuʻl-Qiʻdah 1422 AH1 min readFatwa 4847English

Question

I realize I have comitted a sin. I would like your advice on what I should do now.

Answer

The amount earned through gambling is Haraam (strictly prohibited). In principle, Haraam monies should be given away as charity to the poor and needy.

and Allah Ta'ala Knows Best

Mufti Ebrahim Desai

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