I have heard that cigarettes are not considered Haram. Is that true? If so, what is the reason as they are bad for our health and Allah SWT forbade any things that are harmful to our body?
I have heard that cigarettes are not considered Haram. Is that true? If so, what is the reason as they are bad for our health and Allah SWT forbade any things that are harmful to our body?
Abbas Di Palma, Shaykh Abbas Di Palma holds a BA and an MA degree in Islamic Studies, and certifications from the Language Institute of Damascus University. He has also studied traditional Islamic sciences in... Answered 5 years ago
as salam alaikum
there are three major fatwas regarding smoking tobacco and cigarettes:
1) It is haram.
2) It is allowed provided that it would not cause substantial harm to your health.
3) It is haram to start but if you are already an habitual smoker it is allowed but you should try to stop, even gradually.
Overall, it is at least definitely advisable not to smoke.
With prayers for your success.