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About the movies, books, and video games that contain magic and sorcery, what I gathered from this esteemed site and asking around is that is permissible to see and use them as they are concerned a form of innocent fun?! Please advise us.Thank You.

Assalamualaikum, I have two questions regarding acting in theatre: 1. Can we act out stories of the prophets? 2. Can men and women act and interact in a scene in a play on stage?  Many thanks.

I have a several questions.Firstly, does 'zina of the eyes' translate to things like watching a 'bad' scene in a movie etc.? I would like to know the ruling on watching movies and I mean the mainstream movies and not the documentaries and educational ones.Secondly, is Muslim youth allowed to attend parties where there are both girls and boys and alcohol is being consumed? I am talking specifically about a gathering of classmates from a college and not a party at a disc/pub.Thirdly, is it ok to attend rock concerts?I am asking these questions not because I don't know that the above are wrong but so that I can get sound advice to convince people who argue that there is nothing wrong in basically doing the things that most non-Muslim youth would do. The argument given is that as long as the Muslim person does not indulge in what is haram, i.e alcohol and stuff, there is nothing wrong in doing the above activities. My argument is that it is not in the taste of a good Muslim to do what is common to non-Muslims and that it is not part of the Islamic custom but my argument always fails me. Would really appreciate your reply and advice.Thank you.

What is the Shari`ah ruling regarding depicting the Prophets in films?

Respected scholars, as-salamu`alaykum.What is the ruling on women's watching Arabic serial dramas on telev ision? Some women argue that it's okay because they are no longer teenagers. Kindly advise!Jazakum Allahu Khayran.

Dear scholars, As-Salamu `alaykum. Does listening to music or watching movies while fasting break your fast? Jazakum Allah khayran.

As-Salamu `alaykum! What does Islam say on watching or making films, drama that are void of licentious scenes and deal with war, heroism, etc.?

Assalam O AlaikumI am a regular visitor to this website and greatly appreciate the work that you are doing.I am a computer cartoon animator and have aspirations to work on a flash movie of the history of Islam - a small project which is an animated presentation similar to Islamic movies like The Message. I do aspire to make a flash based series of the story of the life of the Holy Prophet(PBUH) - keeping in consideration the fact the Holy Prophet(PBUH) and Most of His Blessed companions are not to be depicted.I have however come under on one hand appreciation for my intentions and yet criticism from some of my peers. Criticism in the sense that some of my peers abhor the idea of such a project considering it as abhorable citing the prohibitions of pictures and music. I am quite confused at this point, for I was inspired to do this project after having seen the animated movie of the Prophet(PBUH) which incidentaly recieved approval from various Islamic authorities such as the Authority of Al Azhar and centers of learning. I would like your scholarly opinion on this matter and whether or not: 1 - It is allowed to work on such a project considering that there will be some drawings and animation of certain characters which will be limited to some of the personalities depicted in the movie the Message 2 - Considering the integration of music in the project. 3 - Further guidelines and advice to what care should be taken in working on such projects.I donot wish to cause any offence to anyone or be involved in any sinful activity.I would greatly appreciate a detailed answer. Thank you for your attention.