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What is the Sharia ruling on trading human organs?

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If the intent of the Sharia ruling is regarding the permissibility of trading human organs, then it is forbidden, both buying and selling. However, if the intent is concerning the Sharia punishment for those who engage in such acts, it is a discretionary (ta'zir) punishment, not a fixed one, and its purpose is to deter, rebuke, and discipline the offender.

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