Do Muslims swear?

According to one of Mohammed's contemporaries, he once said that “Allah does not like obscene words or deeds,” while another acquaintance reportedly observed that “the prophet was not one who would abuse (others) or say obscene words.” These anti-obscenity provisions appear regularly in the Hadith, making Islam the ...
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What are the major sins in Islam?

Some of the major or al-Kaba'ir sins in Islam are as follows:
  • Shirk (associating partners with Allah);
  • Committing murder (taking away someone's life);
  • Practicing witchcraft or sorcery;
  • Leaving off the five daily prayers (Salah)
  • Not paying the minimum amount of Zakat when the person is required to do so;
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Can you swear by Allah?

He is forbidden to swear by other than Allah since the Prophet said, "Allah forbade you to swear by your fathers. Whoever takes an oath, should swear by Allah or be silent." So he commands the silence for what is other than oath by Allah.]
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Can you swear during Ramadan?

Fasting means no food or drink and also abstaining from bad habits and sins such as smoking, gambling, swearing, gossiping, arguing, fighting or being disrespectful, cruel or selfish. Sexual activity is also banned during the hours of fasting.
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Is swear Makruh?

Other examples of makruh acts in Islam include swearing, talking while taking ablutions for prayer, biting nails, and slaughtering an animal for food where other animals of its kind can see it.
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Can Muslims smoke?

A tobacco fatwa is a fatwa (Islamic legal pronouncement) that prohibits the usage of tobacco by Muslims. Arab Muslims tend to prohibit smoking (despite Saudi Arabia ranking 23rd in the world for the percentage of its population that smokes) and, in South Asia, smoking tends to be considered lawful but discouraged.
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Can Muslims listen to music?

Prohibited, no exceptions except maybe call to prayer

Those who believe the Quran and hadith "strictly" prohibits music include the Salafi and Deobandi. The Quran does not specifically refer to music itself.
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Can you use condoms in Islam?

Mohamud said the only way to prevent the viral infection was to observe religious teachings, abstain from 'illegal' sexual acts and avoid the use of condoms. "Our position is very clear: we shall never support the use of condoms; Muslims must shun acts that will endanger their lives.
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What are Muslims not allowed to do?

This meat is called “halal.” Muslims are also prohibited from gambling, taking interest, fortune-telling, killing, lying, stealing, cheating, oppressing or abusing others, being greedy or stingy, engaging in sex outside of marriage, disrespecting parents, and mistreating relatives, orphans or neighbors.
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Is swearing a sin in Islam?

According to one of Mohammed's contemporaries, he once said that “Allah does not like obscene words or deeds,” while another acquaintance reportedly observed that “the prophet was not one who would abuse (others) or say obscene words.” These anti-obscenity provisions appear regularly in the Hadith, making Islam the ...
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Is it okay to swear on the Quran?

Swearing on the Quran is a not a 'play thing'. It's a very, very serious act, and is not a show just to prove one's is right. The one who is lying shall face the wrath of Allah SWT - possibly in hell.
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What happens if you break oath?

Refusing to take an oath will generally result in a person being ejected from the courtroom or barred from participating in proceedings. Breaking an oath can subject a person to perjury and contempt of court charges. In most places, these are serious crimes punishable by fine and, commonly, jail time.
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Does Allah forgive all sins?

Despair not of the Mercy of Allah: for Allah forgives all sins: for He is Oft-Forgiving, Most Merciful. Again, God says to the believers in a Hadith Qudsi: "O son of Adam, so long as you call upon Me, and ask of Me, I shall forgive you for what you have done, and I shall not mind.
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Are Muslims allowed to date?

To counteract the temptation to engage in physical contact, Muslims who are dating often meet in public places with a chaperone or among groups of friends. One of the Muslim dating rules for halal relationships is to start with good intentions. Dating should be reserved for those men and women who are seeking a spouse.
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Can Muslims date non Muslims?

Ali said the Koran is clear that Muslim men are allowed to marry non-Muslim women as long as their brides are “People of the Book” — Christians or Jews, both of whom recognize Abraham as their spiritual forefather, as Muslims do. A Muslim woman, however, cannot marry a non-Muslim man unless he converts.
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Can Muslims have tattoos?

For those who aren't aware, tattoos are considered haram (forbidden) in Islam. There is no specific Islamic verse outlining this point but many people believe wudu (the purification ritual) cannot be completed if you have a tattoo on your body.
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Which religion does not use toilet paper?

The objective behind this practice, Muslims believe, is the emphasis of Islam on keeping the body adequately clean. “Islam places great emphasis on personal hygiene,” said Maulana Imran Ahmad, an Islamic scholar in India. “Muslims are required to clean themselves well with water before offering prayers.
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Is it allowed to buy a cat in Islam?

In Islamic tradition, cats are admired for their cleanliness. They are thought to be ritually clean, and are thus allowed to enter homes and even mosques, including Masjid al-Haram.
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Why can't Muslims touch dogs?

Traditionally, dogs are considered haram, or forbidden, in Islam as they are thought of as dirty. But while conservatives advocate complete avoidance, moderates simply say Muslims should not touch the animal's mucous membranes — such as the nose or mouth — which are considered especially impure.
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Are Muslims allowed to dance?

A majority of scholars who cite that hadith say it permits dancing under certain conditions: no alcohol, no gender mixing, no effeminate moves, and don't do it excessively.
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Why can't Muslims wear gold?

It is this fat layer which guards against the penetration of harmful rays of gold into women's bodies. As such, one of the harmful effects of using gold by men is its the negative effect on their blood cells.
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Can Muslims shave?

Muslim men and women are required by the Sunnah to shave their pubic hair and axillae. Also, Muslim men are not supposed to shave their beards, but are encouraged to shave their moustaches, according to the Sunnah.
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Can Muslims celebrate Christmas?

For many Muslims, Christmas is just like any normal day in the calendar year, but acts as more of a marker for a period of rest and winding down as the rest of the country comes to a halt.
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