What is the ruling on listening to Shiite anasheeds (religious songs/chants) merely for the enjoyment of the beauty of the voices, without believing in their content?
It is not permissible to listen to the chants (anashid) of the Rafidah because they contain religious transgressions in their words, such as extremism regarding the Ahl al-Bayt, slandering the Companions, and venerating graves. Furthermore, listening to them implies approval of their beliefs and misguided ways, and silence regarding their condemnation. These chants are used for propaganda for their and to attract those with weak hearts. Listening to these chants violates the duty of denunciation and contravenes the prohibition of increasing the numbers of the people of innovation (Ahl al-Bid'ah) and shunning their gatherings. Allah has forbidden sitting with disbelievers and scoffers until they engage in another topic. The Messenger commanded changing the reprehensible by hand, tongue, or heart.
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