Darul Iftaa Mahmudiyyah

Before I converted,I used to look at pornographic picures. I knew this was wrong at the time but my desire was uncontrollable. The same problem is haunting me. How can I stop? I feel helpless.

· 14 Jumada II 1421 AH1 min readFatwa 852English

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Before I converted,I used to look at pornographic picures. I knew this was wrong at the time but my desire was uncontrollable. The same problem is haunting me. How can I stop? I feel helpless.

Answer

We advise you identify a spiritual mentor who is well experienced, pious and strictly adheres to Shari'ah and receive spiritual guidance from him.

Insha Allah, under the supervision of such a person, you will reach spiritual heights easily.

And Allah Taãla Knows Best.

Was salaam

Mufti Ebrahim Desai
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