What is the correct course of action for a 21-year-old young man who practices masturbation when looking at girls, despite his diligence in reciting the Quran and praying, and these thoughts persisting in his mind?
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Looking at girls with the intention of deriving pleasure is forbidden, based on the Prophet's (peace be upon him) saying: "Do not follow a glance with another, for the first is permissible for you, but the second is not." And based on Allah's (the Most High) saying: "Tell the believing men to reduce [some] of their vision and guard their private parts. That is purer for them. Indeed, Allah is Acquainted with what they do." (An-Nur 24:30). Forbidden glances lead to other forbidden acts, such as masturbation.
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