Is it permissible to watch animals copulating for the purpose of arousal when having sexual intercourse with one's wife?
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There is no legal impediment to viewing animals that one desires, as the fundamental principle concerning things is permissibility unless there is evidence to the contrary. Nevertheless, a person should avoid these matters because they may compromise one's integrity and distract them with what is not beneficial. A condition for the permissibility of viewing is the absence of temptation; otherwise, it is forbidden, as such viewing is prohibited when accompanied by lust.
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