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AL-KAFI #1970: TREND ISYARAT TANGAN DENGAN SIMBOL TERTENTU
Is it permissible for a Muslim to use a trending hand gesture shaped like a particular symbol that is claimed to be a Freemason sign?
Short answer
A hand gesture with a particular symbol must be assessed by its aspects and purpose.
A reference, not a fatwa. First sentence of the summary below — read the original fatwa and consult your state authority before acting.
- Authority
- Federal Territories Mufti Office
- Date
- Status
- Opinion (irsyad)
- Series
- Al-Kafi li al-Fatawi
- Topic
- Social & Contemporary Issues
No evidence of gazettement in the source — this is not a gazetted fatwa.
Summary
A hand gesture with a particular symbol must be assessed by its aspects and purpose. Psychologically, it is spontaneous body language reflecting self-confidence, and it is not stated to be linked to any religion. It is prohibited only if clearly tied to elements of another religion and done to elevate that religion. Muslims are advised to verify viral issues first so as not to pass judgment without basis or knowledge.
Written in our own words from the original fatwa — check the source before acting on it.
Namun begitu, sekiranya sesuatu perbuatan itu terkait dengan unsur-unsur agama lain secara jelas dan tujuannya untuk mengangkat unsur agama tersebut, maka ia adalah diharamkan.
Read the full fatwa on the Federal Territories website (new tab)
How to cite
Cite the original fatwa and its authority. Rujuk Fatwa is only where you found it.
Federal Territories Mufti Office. “AL-KAFI #1970: TREND ISYARAT TANGAN DENGAN SIMBOL TERTENTU”, 14 December 2023. https://muftiwp.gov.my/ms/artikel/al-kafi-li-al-fatawi/5805-al-kafi-1970-trend-isyarat-tangan-dengan-simbol-tertentu. Found via Rujuk Fatwa: https://rujukfatwa.com/en/fatwa/ruling-trending-hand-gesture-symbols-muslims/