بِسْمِ اللَّهِ الرَّحْمَنِ الرَّحِيمِ
الرَّحْمَـٰنِ
الرَّحِيمِ
الْمَلِكِ
الْقُدُّوسِ
السَّلَامِ
1446 - شَوَّال الْمُكَرَّم
الْمُؤْمِنِ
الْمُهَيْمِنِ
الْعَزِيزِ
الْجَبَّارُ
الْمُتَكَبِّرُ
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Haram
حرام
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Haram refers to anything that is strictly prohibited by Allah according to the Quran and Sunnah. Engaging in Haram acts is considered a sin and carries the threat of divine punishment in the Hereafter. The category includes major sins like murder, theft, and adultery, as well as dietary prohibitions like pork and alcohol. In Islamic legal theory, the prohibition of something is often based on the harm (Darar) it causes to the individual or society. Understanding the boundaries of Haram is crucial for maintaining spiritual purity and social justice within the Muslim community. Haram acts are classified as "Haram li-dhatihi" (prohibited for their inherent evil) or "Haram li-ghayrihi" (prohibited due to external factors). Major sins (Kaba'ir) are those explicitly mentioned in the Quran and Hadith with severe warnings, such as murder, adultery, consuming intoxicants, usury (Riba), and abandoning prayer. Minor sins (Sagha'ir) can be expiated through repentance, good deeds, and seeking forgiveness. The Prophet taught that avoiding the forbidden is more important than performing voluntary good deeds. The Haram also includes physical spaces, such as the sacred precincts of Mecca and Medina, where specific prohibitions apply. When a believer abstains from Haram for the sake of Allah, their faith is strengthened, and they develop self-discipline and God-consciousness. The prohibition serves as a protection, safeguarding faith, life, intellect, lineage, and property.
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