What is the ruling on games that include music without singing? Is it permissible to benefit from the opinion of Sheikh Yusuf al-Qaradawi, who permits music devoid of obscene language, given the prevalence of music in programs, games, and cartoon films? Is it permissible to listen to music in these media without intending to pay attention to it?
It is not permissible to play games that contain impermissible elements according to Sharia, such as indecent images or music. Scholars have differed in their opinions regarding the ruling on listening to music.
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