Is using the word "life" in mobile games to denote another chance to play considered a violation of Sharia or an act of polytheism (shirk), or is it a word not intended to convey the true meaning of life and death?
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The expression "opportunity for life" for a new attempt at playing does not present any Sharia-related reservation. Likewise, the use of the word "life" or "bringing to life" and attributing it to other than Allah, the Almighty, is not considered polytheism (shirk) against Him, as evidenced by His saying: "And whoever saves a life, it is as though he has saved all mankind" (Quran 5:32). Here, "bringing to life" is interpreted as saving a soul.
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