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Is masturbation forbidden, and what is its expiation if repeated, and what is the solution to get rid of the feeling of desire for sodomy, if masturbation relieves this feeling?

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Masturbation is forbidden (haram). The feelings and desires to engage in sodomy are whisperings from Satan. Masturbation is not a solution for this; rather, it makes the matter worse.

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