Playing For National Lottery In UK
Dear Brother Irfan As-salāmu ʿalaykum – ٱلسَّلَامُ عَلَيْكُمْ Please ignore or delete my earlier message. I had misunderstood things – please accept my sincere apologies. I do not buy lottery tickets and was only seeking clarification as the temptation to indulge in this activity can sometimes be very overwhelming. I am really glad that you have pointed about the real need to acquire wealth in a Halal way. I just used Gen AI and also found excellent explanation of how and in what sense the pre-Islamic practice of gambling is the same as practiced in our times. Both of them meet every condition of gambling: – Payment to enter – Chance determines gain/loss – One party’s gain equals another’s loss – No real trade, labor, or value created This is exactly the legal definition of maysir is which is strongly prohibited in Islam. I seek forgiveness from Allah and seek His refuge from the whispering of Satan. I also pray that may Allah reward you and bless you for your wonderful service to the religion of Islam – Ameen. Best wishes Ahmad