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**Ansar Al-'Adl** · 05:30 PM

Greetings Callum,
Okay, to clarify it is not neccessarily a form of music's chronological position which makes it better or worse. I just pointed out a trend that modern music is getting worse from an Islamic perspective, although this is not true in every case as you pointed out. So many forms of music today are more obviously haraam, but again it still depends on the content.

And yes, this is a very controversial subject within Islam, so some of the nasheeds we have on the site may be considered haraam by some and halal by others. We tend to view them as permissable especially if they inspire Muslims. I personally detest any form of rap, however I would say that these "Muslims raps" may help in brining youth back to focusing on Islam gradually. However, I can understand and appreciate the various views within Islam on the issue of music.

Where is the agreement? The vast majority of muslims would agree that content which is profane and encourages sinful behaviour makes the music haraam. The majority also agree that the singing of a female singer would make the music haraam as well since it would naturally arouse desires in men.

Many Muslims also suggest that music with an agressive tone or beat can alse be considered haraam because it reduce's one's reason and control over themselves (arguably).

Other Muslims suggest that any form of musical instruments used is not permissable unless it is percussion instruments. Some say that the only percussion instrument allowed is the duff (simple one hand drum). Then there are those who say that it is all forbidden.

Since declaring something to be haraam (prohibted) is very strong in Islam, most people would agree that it is discouraged. I would agree that many forms of music are discouraged, but with regards to being prohibited, I might incline towards the first view if there is any benefit in other forms of music, such as leading people towards God, or inspiring good deeds. But I would still discourage any form of music since I can't fathom any Muslim who is a devout worshipper of God, yet listening to music. Music just seems to me to be leading away from God, some forms more rapidly than others, some forms more clearly than others.

You might find it interesting to read the opinion of Yusuf Islam, (former Cat Stevens) who is one of the most popular Muslim singers:
http://www.mountainoflight.co.uk/PDF...tion_faith.pdf

If you read the whole book of Shaykh Abu Bilal Mustafa Al-Kanadi you'll probably get a very good understanding of the reasoning behind the stricter approach:
http://members.tripod.com/oum_abdulaziz/music.html

I hope this helps.

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Ansar Al-'Adl Administrator Status: Offline Posts: 5,161 Reputation: 13017 Rep Power: 45 Join Date: Dec 2004 Gender: Way of Life: Muslim	Re: Music is Haraam - 08-12-2005 Greetings Callum, Okay, to clarify it is not neccessarily a form of music's chronological position which makes it better or worse. I just pointed out a trend that modern music is getting worse from an Islamic perspective, although this is not true in every case as you pointed out. So many forms of music today are more obviously haraam, but again it still depends on the content. And yes, this is a very controversial subject within Islam, so some of the nasheeds we have on the site may be considered haraam by some and halal by others. We tend to view them as permissable especially if they inspire Muslims. I personally detest any form of rap, however I would say that these "Muslims raps" may help in brining youth back to focusing on Islam gradually. However, I can understand and appreciate the various views within Islam on the issue of music. Where is the agreement? The vast majority of muslims would agree that content which is profane and encourages sinful behaviour makes the music haraam. The majority also agree that the singing of a female singer would make the music haraam as well since it would naturally arouse desires in men. Many Muslims also suggest that music with an agressive tone or beat can alse be considered haraam because it reduce's one's reason and control over themselves (arguably). Other Muslims suggest that any form of musical instruments used is not permissable unless it is percussion instruments. Some say that the only percussion instrument allowed is the duff (simple one hand drum). Then there are those who say that it is all forbidden. Since declaring something to be haraam (prohibted) is very strong in Islam, most people would agree that it is discouraged. I would agree that many forms of music are discouraged, but with regards to being prohibited, I might incline towards the first view if there is any benefit in other forms of music, such as leading people towards God, or inspiring good deeds. But I would still discourage any form of music since I can't fathom any Muslim who is a devout worshipper of God, yet listening to music. Music just seems to me to be leading away from God, some forms more rapidly than others, some forms more clearly than others. You might find it interesting to read the opinion of Yusuf Islam, (former Cat Stevens) who is one of the most popular Muslim singers: http://www.mountainoflight.co.uk/PDF...tion_faith.pdf If you read the whole book of Shaykh Abu Bilal Mustafa Al-Kanadi you'll probably get a very good understanding of the reasoning behind the stricter approach: http://members.tripod.com/oum_abdulaziz/music.html I hope this helps. __________________ The Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) said: "Surely I was sent to perfect the qualities of righteous character" [Musnad Ahmad, Muwatta Mâlik] Visit Ansâr Al-'Adl's personal page HERE. Excellent resources on Islam listed HERE. Last edited by Ansar Al-'Adl; 08-12-2005 at 05:30 PM..