In a significant development, the Jamia Uloom-ul-Islamia Banoori Town issued a religious ruling (fatwa) on Tuesday, categorizing the widely-used social media app TikTok as “haram” or forbidden under Sharia law. The decree, identified as fatwa number 144211200409, explicitly prohibits TikTok usage, citing various ethical and religious concerns associated with the platform. The ruling highlights TikTok’s potential as a “dangerous temptation” in the evolving landscape of social media, emphasizing its involvement in activities considered illegitimate and sinful.
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The fatwa specifically criticizes TikTok for promoting the capture of photos and videos, practices directly prohibited by Sharia law. Furthermore, it condemns the platform for its content, accusing it of showcasing women in inappropriate videos and engaging in actions leading to the sinful act of observing the “Na Mahram.” The fatwa also addresses the prevalent use of music, singing, and dancing on the app, labeling these elements as conduits for disseminating indecency and nudity, produced by both genders.
A central concern raised in the fatwa is the perceived wastefulness of time associated with TikTok usage. The platform is criticized for encouraging behaviors that mock scholars and religious figures, with the decree asserting that individuals are enticed to partake in activities conflicting with the values of decency and morality, often driven by the allure of financial gain.
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In a parallel situation, a Saudi Scholar, Asim al-Hakim, declared earning money through YouTube as “haram.” Responding to a user query on Twitter, he unequivocally stated that YouTube income is considered forbidden in accordance with Islamic principles.
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