Are Fireworks Ok?

Z · 11-01-2005

Peace.

Can we light/buy fireworks?

Can we watch them at displays?

Why can't we light/buy fireworks?

**montoyauk** · 11-01-2005

no harm in watching
but haram to buy and light them

Z · 11-01-2005

Peace.

Why are they Haraam to buy and light them?

**eyes_of_mine** · 11-01-2005

And they are a waste of money.

bonfire night/ 5th nov is about guy fawkes , the man who tryed to blow up parliment and his plan was foiled (drat)
It certainly was a GRAND plot he had in mind, to blow the whole of parliment up, almost on line with the twin towers I'd say.

And yet every year tons of brit celebrate this man, how ?
By lighting fireworks, setting them off (as guy fawkes was going to use gun powder to blow up parliment) I mean lol this is actually glorifying ettroism if you think about it, all those 5th nov celebraters better watch out , what with the new terroism laws.

Really you think tony blair will discourage this event in light of his recent views.

Z · 11-02-2005

Peace.

So celebrating bonfire night, is Haraam. I understand. Sort of. It's a sad thing anyway is bonfire night.

But, how can buying fireworks be a waste of money? It's like all other things.

**montoyauk** · 11-02-2005

easter,valentines day,christmas,bonfire night are all kaffir celebrations.not muslim celebrationsthat is why there all all haram.hope this aswers your questions

**azim** · 11-02-2005

Originally Posted by montoyauk

easter,valentines day,christmas,bonfire night are all kaffir celebrations.not muslim celebrationsthat is why there all all haram.hope this aswers your questions

Yeh Bonfire Night is haram, but Fireworks are something completely different. There where fireworks before bonfire night, the Chinese had them for centuries beforehand.

If buying/lighting them is haraam, is there any evidence? Remember, in Islam, everything is halal until evidence comes up to proove it's haraam.

**montoyauk** · 11-02-2005

it is in one of the islamic books regarding fireworks as haram

**eyes_of_mine** · 11-02-2005

350z you cant eat fireworks nor wear them , they are not cheap , actually quite exspensive, and all for what ? to join in with some silly cultural celebration, what have fireworks got to do with Islam ?

I am not being a killjoy , if you really must go see fireworks go to a local event where there will be many fireworks it will be also much safer and wow so much cheaper.

But I ask you please do not spend money in fireworks, when we have brothers and sister around the world dont even have a roof over their heads or simple things like food.
The money u was going to spend on fireworks why dont you send it to Pakistan, they are so desperatley in need of shelter and food there, think of it as an Eid gift for them.
You will be rewarded for your wise choice remember that.

**azim** · 11-02-2005

Sorry bro, but you'll have to cite the actual book and reference.

Z · 11-02-2005

Peace.

I understand fireworks are said to be Haraam because they are a waste of money. In Islaam, we aren't suppose to waste money, as it is a blessing of Allah given to us. We must use it correctly.

However, if fireworks are said to be Haraam, then why aren't things like perfume for example Haraam to buy? Perfume is a waste of money too. It doesn't bring you any closer to Jannah, and save you from Hell either.

**Arwa** · 11-02-2005

If you buy and use them, then it's like throwing yer money in the air! :rolleyes:

Give that money to charity instead and actually benefit yourself from it.

Not allowed.

Z · 11-02-2005

Peace.

Ha, great logic Arwa. I wish you'd apply it to all other things. You'll soon realise how stupid it is.

**Samee** · 11-02-2005

Originally Posted by 350z

Peace.

I understand fireworks are said to be Haraam because they are a waste of money. In Islaam, we aren't suppose to waste money, as it is a blessing of Allah given to us. We must use it correctly.

However, if fireworks are said to be Haraam, then why aren't things like perfume for example Haraam to buy? Perfume is a waste of money too. It doesn't bring you any closer to Jannah, and save you from Hell either.

Whoa, bro what you said about Perfumes is very wrong.

"If a man spends 1/3 of his wealth on perfume, he is not exaggerating."

- Hadith

Wearing perfume is a big reward.

Z · 11-02-2005

Peace.

Ah, my error. Thanks for that brother.

Still, let's say footwear. Why buy Shox' when a pair of cheap Puma's would suffice. That is wasting money too right?

**azim** · 11-02-2005

I'm not an Islamic scholar but this fireworks have never come up in any question or book I've ever read.

Fireworks are a form of entertainment - which is mubah.

Also, what about using fireworks on Eid? I recall a hadith (I'll find the reference tomorrow inshallah) where the Prophet (pbuh) said: -

"Entertain yourselves. For I would hate for people to think there is harshness in your religion"

Also, I don't know about in the US, but in Britain, fireworks are pretty cheap.
Yes, money could go to better places, but unless you live in a flat, with no wallpaper, wear no brand name clothes, have no uneccessary gadgets or toys, only use a computer when in college (where its free), don't own a TV, haven't bothered buying carpet for your house, then I think it's hyprocritical to say that buying fireworks are haraam.

I brought quite a few to set off on Eid, mainly for my younger brother and a few of his friends. They have no way to enjoy Eid properly - so why is it haraam for me to provide something for them?

**montoyauk** · 11-02-2005

better spending that money in good casuse m8
instead of fireworks.
if spent in good cause allah(swt) will reward you for it

Z · 11-02-2005

Peace.

"Yes, money could go to better places, but unless you live in a flat, with no wallpaper, wear no brand name clothes, have no uneccessary gadgets or toys, only use a computer when in college (where its free), don't own a TV, haven't bothered buying carpet for your house, then I think it's hyprocritical to say that buying fireworks are haraam."

That's it.

Fireworks for Eid!

**eyes_of_mine** · 11-02-2005

Well whilst you guys enjoy your Eids with gifts, loads of yummy food and finally frivalous fireworks, spare a thought for the bros and sisters in places like Nigeria and pakistan, who will still be fasting, thought it wont be through choice.
The kids from the earthquake who lost thier PARENTS, so Eid gifts are something of the past now, sitting there freezing in the snow.
No place to go, Most of the international communitys have ignored their plight, and they only really have US, muslims and non muslims even that care enough to give as much as they can to help them and lessen their suffering.

so what will you do, spend £30 on fireworks when this can buy about 7 blankets ?
Just coz they out of sight , do not put them out of mind.
Allah is watching your every single move and everytihng we do gets recorded remember !

again fireworks or food ?

Z · 11-02-2005

Peace.

You've pulled it out way too far, ha! Tell me, did you only open your fast today with water?

I know fireworks will bring huge smiles to all the faces (old and young) on my dead end street. All of them are Muslims too. Bringing a smile to another Muslim's face is great reward too!