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General Fiqh The Majlis Vol 20 No 10, p.4

Some Ulama at our Madrasah say that the term 'haraam' may be used only if something is proven by Daleel Qat'i.

Question

Some Ulama at our Madrasah say that the term 'haraam' may be used only if something is proven by Daleel Qat'i. Therefore, smoking, prawns, etc., may not be described 'haraam'. Words such as Makrooh should be used. Is this correct?

Answer

No, it is not correct. It is indeed surprising that Ulama at a Madrasah are saying that the word 'haraam' can be used only in relation to Daleel Qat'i. It is clear that they do not understand the kutub of Fiqh nor Dalaail. The kutub are replete with the word 'haraam' used for such prohibitions which are not substantiated by Dalaail Qat'i.

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