What is the ruling on the mentioned cases, and are they considered acts of disbelief (kufr)? These cases are: uttering obscene words in the mosque, giving a friend a game that contains forbidden things while warning him about them, followed by the friend's mockery, smiling upon hearing the friend's mocking words, describing a game as a "forest of sins," and interpreting a Quranic verse without knowledge?
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What you mentioned does not constitute disbelief. It appears you are experiencing intrusive thoughts related to disbelief and mockery. It is recommended to consult fatwas number: 133805, 139742, 119097, 135493, and to turn away from dwelling on such matters to avoid intrusive thoughts. See fatwas number: 127532 and 136566.
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