What is the interpretation of the Hadith: "Woe to him who speaks and lies to make people laugh; woe to him, woe to him," and does it apply to humorous theatrical scenes intended for entertainment or for preaching in a humorous style?
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The : "Woe to him who speaks a narration to make people laugh, and he lies. Woe to him, woe to him," indicates the prohibition of lying and the stern warning against it if it is for the purpose of making people laugh. This warning does not include humorous theatrical performances, because acting is an imitation to convey an idea, and it is not considered lying.
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