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Is it permissible for us to commit suicide, knowing that there are several problems?

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It is not permissible to commit suicide for any reason, as Allah Almighty says: "And do not kill yourselves. Indeed, Allah is to you ever Merciful," and as the Prophet, peace and blessings be upon him, said: "Whoever kills himself with a piece of iron, his iron will be in his hand, he will be thrusting it into his belly in the Fire of Hell, abiding therein eternally." It is one of the gravest major sins and entails eternal dwelling in Hell. Allah has forbidden despair and hopelessness and considered it a characteristic of the disbelievers. Life is a great blessing that must be utilized for righteous deeds, and one must renew their connection with Allah, increase acts of obedience, and supplicate. It is recommended to accompany righteous people, attend gatherings of knowledge, maintain prayer, exercise patience, and entrust all matters to Allah.

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