FatwaJohorSocial & Contemporary Issues
PERMOHONAN PERSEMBAHAN KEBUDAYAAN TARIAN KUDA KEPANG
Is a cultural performance of the Kuda Kepang dance permitted for Muslims in Johor?
Short answer
The Johor State Fatwa Committee ruled that Kuda Kepang, whether as an ordinary dance or a dance drama, is haram to perform in any form, at any time and in any place.
A reference, not a fatwa. First sentence of the summary below — read the original fatwa and consult your state authority before acting.
- Authority
- Johor State Mufti Department
- Date
- Status
- Fatwa committee decision
- Series
- Fatwa Negeri Johor
- Topic
- Social & Contemporary Issues
No evidence of gazettement in the source — this is not a gazetted fatwa.
Summary
The Johor State Fatwa Committee ruled that Kuda Kepang, whether as an ordinary dance or a dance drama, is haram to perform in any form, at any time and in any place. The prohibition aims to protect Islamic faith, as the practice may lead to Kuda Kepang Gelanggang, which conflicts with Islamic creed, law and morals. Muslims are forbidden to organise, practise or teach it, to spread information about it in print or electronic media, and to give moral or material support to those involved. The fatwa has not been gazetted.
Written in our own words from the original fatwa — check the source before acting on it.
permainan Kuda Kepang sama ada tarian biasa atau dramatari adalah Haram dipersembahkan dalam apa jua bentuk, masa dan tempat.
Read the full fatwa on the Johor website (new tab)
How to cite
Cite the original fatwa and its authority. Rujuk Fatwa is only where you found it.
Johor State Mufti Department. “PERMOHONAN PERSEMBAHAN KEBUDAYAAN TARIAN KUDA KEPANG”, 3 July 2013. https://said.johor.gov.my/perkhidmatan/paparan_detail_fatwa.php?id=277. Found via Rujuk Fatwa: https://rujukfatwa.com/en/fatwa/ruling-kuda-kepang-dance-performance-johor/