What is the reason for the presence of musical instruments and chanting—such as Al-Burda and Al-Hamziyya—in mosques in North Africa, despite their adherence to the madhhab of Imam Malik and the Qur’an and Sunnah?
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Imam Malik and the Four Imams agree on the prohibition of musical instruments. Using musical instruments in the mosque is even more strictly prohibited. The two poems, Al-Burda and Al-Hamziyya, contain exaggeration concerning the Prophet, peace and blessings be upon him, which contradicts (monotheism), such as seeking protection from the Prophet and believing that he knows what is in hearts. Those mentioned are not truly upon the methodology of the Ahl al-.
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