What is the legal ruling in Islamic law regarding masturbation, and what is the validity of Ibn Hazm's statement that it is merely reprehensible (makrooh) and not forbidden (haram)?
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The majority of scholars prohibit masturbation (self-stimulation). It has been reported that Ibn Hazm permitted it, though with dislike, but the decisive factor lies in the valid evidence when there is disagreement, and weak or outweighed opinions are not given consideration.
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