FatwaJohorSocial & Contemporary Issues
FATWA JOGET LAMBAK
What is the ruling on Joget Lambak performances at events?
Short answer
The Johor State Fatwa Committee ruled that Islam in principle does not forbid entertainment as long as it does not conflict with sharia, faith and Islamic morals.
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 Islam in principle does not forbid entertainment as long as it does not conflict with sharia, faith and Islamic morals. Joget Lambak performances usually involve mixing between men and women, which clearly contradicts Islamic principles. The performance is therefore prohibited. This fatwa has not been gazetted.
Written in our own words from the original fatwa — check the source before acting on it.
Persembahan Joget Lambak yang diadakan sempena majlis-majlis tertentu didapati kebiasaannya melibatkan pergaulan lelaki dan wanita adalah jelas bercanggah dengan prinsip Islam.
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. “FATWA JOGET LAMBAK”, 7 February 2011. https://said.johor.gov.my/perkhidmatan/paparan_detail_fatwa.php?id=1500. Found via Rujuk Fatwa: https://rujukfatwa.com/en/fatwa/ruling-on-joget-lambak-performances/