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Is it permissible to organize non-melodious sounds, such as the sounds of firearms, into a rhythm, knowing that their sound resembles a drum? And would the flesh that grows from using a program downloaded unlawfully be forbidden? Is the sin limited to theft only? And what should be done in this situation?

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There is no harm in arranging sounds like those of firearms in a rhythmic pattern, as long as they are not melodious. Synthesized sounds take the ruling of musical instruments if they are melodically arranged for the purpose of pleasure and entertainment.

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