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Masturbation

· 5 Rajab 1439 AH1 min readEnglish

Question

Is masturbation allowed in Islam or not? If no, why because according scientific research its a normal habit.

Answer

No.

Islam is not subject to science. Scientific research also shows that gay is normal and eating haraam is also normal.

And Allah Ta'ala (الله تعالى) knows best.

References (Arabic / Urdu sources)

الاستمناء حرام وفيه التعزير ولو مكن امرأته أو أمته من العبث بذكره فأنزل فإنه مكروه ولا شيء عليه كذا في السراج الوهاج (الفتاوى الهندية 2/ 170)

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Mufti Ebrahim Salejee (Isipingo Beach)
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