What is the ruling on practicing the method of (Qigong) or energy control?
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The sport of "Qigong" consists of Chinese exercises that rely on introducing cosmic "Qi" energy into the human ethereal body to achieve harmony with the body and alignment with cosmic energy.
The concept of "cosmic energy" is linked to Eastern religions, where it is claimed to be a supernatural energy that these practices seek to unite with in order to gain strength and perfection.
The conclusion calls for the application of reason and science and not to be swayed by new theories that may have pagan roots affecting the practitioner, even if they claim to practice it within the framework of their Islamic belief.
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