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In Islam, playing games or engaging in recreational activities is permissible as long as they:

1. Do not involve haram (prohibited) elements.

2. Do not distract from obligatory duties (e.g., prayer, family).

3. Do not harm oneself or others.

*Permissible Games:*

1. Physical sports (e.g., football, swimming).

2. Intellectual games (e.g., chess, puzzles).

3. Creative activities (e.g., painting, music).

*Prohibited Games:*

1. Games involving gambling (Quran 5:90-91).

2. Games promoting violence or harm (Quran 2:195).

3. Games with explicit content (Quran 24:30-31).

*Guidelines:*

1. Intention (Niyyah): Ensure play is for relaxation, not distraction.

2. Moderation: Balance play with responsibilities.

3. Company: Avoid playing with those who engage in haram activities.

*Quranic Guidance:*

1. Quran 2:168, “Seek provision from Allah, and do not forget your portion of the world.”

2. Quran 31:6-7, “And among people are those who purchase idle talk to mislead from Allah’s path.”

*Prophetic Advice:*

1. Hadith: “Play is permissible, but do not make it a distraction.” (Ahmad)

2. Hadith: “The strong believer is better than the weak believer.” (Muslim)

*Additional Resources:*

1. Islamic Fiqh Academy (IFA) guidelines on recreation.

2. Scholarly articles on Islamic perspectives on play.

3. Consultation with local Islamic centers or scholars.

In summary, playing games or engaging in recreational activities is allowed in Islam as long as they adhere to Islamic principles and guidelines.

Would you like more information on specific games or activities?

Sumaira Imtaiz Answered question October 31, 2024
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