BENEFIT 427: Important Advice on the Dangers of Using Blasphemous, Satanic, and Immoral Symbols

■ This 🙏 emoji is inspired by the "Namaste" gesture in Indian and Hindu culture. It is a greeting that expresses respect and is frequently used in Hinduism, Buddhism, and Sikhism. Therefore, its usage is highly objectionable, and it is impermissible for a Muslim to use it under any circumstances. ■ As for this 🙌 emoji, it is used to signify submission to God or an expression of gratitude among some Protestant Christians during their hymns. Thus, it should likewise be avoided without any doubt. A general rule to follow: Use only those symbols that are clear, straightforward, and free from any resemblance to the practices of disbelievers, polytheists, or the immoral. If you feel uneasy about a symbol, find it strange, or do not understand its meaning, then avoid using it altogether. It could represent an endorsement, a celebration, or a sign of an idolatrous or blasphemous religion — and it is absolutely impermissible for a Muslim to engage in such usage, as it endangers one’s faith and belief. Furthermore, imitating disbelievers is among the grave sins that negatively impact a Muslim’s creed. Symbols that represent: -> Blasphemous beliefs: (such as the cross ✝️, which symbolises the doctrine of the Trinity), -> Acts of polytheistic worship: (such as this 🙏 symbol, which represents a form of pagan worship more false than the beliefs of the People of the Book), -> Emblems of other religions or deviant sects, or symbols associated with Satan worshippers, such as this emoji 🤟 — Officially named the "Sign of the Horns", it popularly signifies "enjoying loud music" in Western culture. However, among Satanists, it is used to glorify Satan. It is, therefore, a symbol adopted by both disbelievers and the immoral. There are many other examples, but the above should suffice as an indication of the broader issue. It must be clarified that we do not declare a Muslim as a disbeliever merely for using such symbols unknowingly, as many Muslims are unaware of their meanings. However, disbelief would apply to one who knowingly uses them, fully aware of their meanings, content with them, revering them, or believing in them. Nevertheless, it is obligatory for the Muslim to exercise extreme caution regarding such symbols and any symbols whose significance and implications are unknown. When needed, one should opt for very simple and clear symbols without overcomplication. And Allāh is the Grantor of success. #ابن_الشابرة Friday, 27th Shawwal, 1446 AH Source: https://t.me/qaidghsh