Why is listening to music in Islam Haram? (forbidden)?
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There is difference of opinion among muslims whether music is haraam or not. \nOne link that argues that it is forbidden\nhttp://members.tripod.com/oum_abdulaziz/music1.html\nAnother one that argues it is not\nhttp://www.islamonline.net/servlet/Satellite?pagename=IslamOnline-English-Ask_Scholar/FatwaE/FatwaE&cid=1119503544202\n\nI would say muslims should be careful when declaring something halaal or haraam, because if they are wrong they are inventing a lie against God.\n "  And, for what your tongues describe, do not utter the lie, (saying) This is lawful and this is unlawful, in order to forge a lie against Allah; surely those who forge the lie against Allah shall not prosper.  " Quran 16:116.
1051212
I dont listen to Taylor Hicks so I dont know.    And why should christian music be restricted to christian stations only?    Isn't that discrimination?   If its a good tune it should be played nationally.   Who knows,  maybe secularists would like it too.   Music is universal, and art.   Even the secularist appreciates different musics.    Not all secularists are atheist.
489584
I agree with some ideas you laid out. I think there is a lot of emotional turbulence clearly being expressed through not only the type of music but lyrics and lifestyle of artists. Unfortunately, listening to such music does affect our minds in a negative way (at least those who are content with their life), and all one can do at that moment is turn the radio off. Most people eventually grow out of it after they realize the noise is really taking away their inner peace. I'm glad you have found your shelter but unfortunately society in general would need a miracle to change the pace and content of that which drives the lifestyle of general population.
91153
I agree with the majority of the people here.  How could we possibly know the rules of Islam when we do not practice it nor study it?  I do believe in religious tolerance (as in don't start war with someone just because they don't believe what you believe).  Jesus himself said that we are not to offend anyone and that we are to live above reproach.  Now that the world knows, I'm sure the incident will not repeat itself.  I need to add that the violent protests are NOT necessary.  The majority of people know about Islam from what we see on television.  It is ridiculous to assume that everyone knew it was forbidden to draw him.
933062
Being a Christian myself I don't think in my own personal mind I don't think that the kind of music you like should interfear with your religion. To me, they're totally diff worlds. My personal life, which consits of my culture, my school, what I like to do in my spare time, and what music I like, and then another world which is my relgion, Christianity, which still consits of me, and my personal out look on my Christianity so, I don't think trhat the music you like interfears with your Christianity
362470
it's a gray area.........it's illegal to download music but the software remains legal.\nI know. It's confusing.\nHave fun. Download what you want. If you didn't care about music, you wouldn't be listening to the music you downloaded. Your not the problem. The record companies and music radio are the problem.
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http://saaqi.homeip.net:8080/music/index.php
1119972
Nothing. Liking certain types of music should not be confined to what society would expect certain people to like.
255000
I have a friend who was arrested for it. If the music is too loud they can ask you to turn it down, write you a citation or just take you to jail. Its up to the cops and how you act toward them.
1002257
Freedom of speech does not matter when your cursing and saying vulgor and offending music. I love rap and hip-hop music but alot of the words are inappropriate to play to radio in tv. Children are affected enough by tv and radio, imagine if they could hear everything they say in these songs. I have a child and I will whip his behind if he ever repeated those things!
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If radio didnt exist how would the songs get heard.Thats how we hear the music,then we have the right to like it or turn it off.We also get to hear the latest in emergency situations including severe weather conditions,alternate routes in case certain roads hazzards suddenly occur and many many more purposes.I hope this helps.
1031886
I am afraid you did not even discover this "wonderful" world of Islam by yourself. Muslims are severly misled by their scholars who try to twist historical facts. Please read Bukhary, Muslim and Quran by yourself without using interpretation from scholars and you will find many violent actions that should be denounced.
1055958
Masturbation (for both men and women) is haraam (forbidden) in Islam based on the following evidence:\n\n    First from the Qur'aan:\n\n    Imam Shafi'i stated that masturbation is forbidden based on the following verses from the Qur'aan (interpretation of the meaning):\n\n    "And those who guard their chastity (i.e. private parts, from illegal sexual acts). Except from their wives or (the captives and slaves) that their right hands possess, - for them, they are free from blame. But whoever seeks beyond that, then those are the transgressors." 23.5-7 Here the verses are clear in forbidding all illegal sexual acts (including masturbation) except for the wives or that their right hand possess. And whoever seeks beyond that is the transgressor.\n    "And let those who find not the financial means for marriage keep themselves chaste, until Allah enriches them of His bounty." 24.33. This verse also clearly orders whoever does not have the financial means to marry to keep himself chaste and be patient in facing temptations (including masturbation) until Allah enriches them of His bounty.\n\n    Secondly, from the Sunnah of the Prophet  (peace be upon him):\n    Abdullaah ibn Mas'ood said, "We were with the Prophet while we were young and had no wealth whatsoever. So Allah's Messenger said, "O young people! Whoever among you can marry, should marry, because it helps him lower his gaze and guard his modesty (i.e. his private parts from committing illegal sexual intercourse etc.), and whoever is not able to marry, should fast, as fasting diminishes his sexual power." Bukhari:5066. The hadeeth orders men who are not able to marry to fast despite the hardship encountered in doing so, and not to masturbate despite the ease with which it can be done.\n    There are additional evidences that can be cited to support this ruling on masturbation, but due to the limited space we will not go through them here. Allah knows what is best and most correct.
711951
If u want to listen to music for free you can go to \nwww.radioblogclub.com\n\nThat site allow you to listen to music for free and you chose!
108176
I think that the idea of business decisions inadvertently leading to censorship is interesting. The broadcasters decide to play things that cannot possibly be deemed acceptable.  What does the FCC say about censoring, what are their guidelines for acceptable broadcasting?  Why is the FCC legal if it censors?  Is a broadcaster wrong by choosing to play morally irresponsible music in order to make money?
887188
There is any forbidden about it in Islam. We re allowed in the propriate clothing like hijab. And this should be that way you cant question it.
347033
if u hav yim, then u can donload music from it. just click the music button on the yahoo toolbar and download the music.