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What is the ruling on men participating in the women's sections of forums and discussing private feminine matters with them, such as clothing and perfumes? And is this considered religiously permissible under the claim that Islamic law has not explicitly forbidden it, and that some scholars and doctors discuss similar matters with women?

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The basic principle regarding communication between a man and a non-mahram woman is that it should be limited to necessity, from behind a screen, without a soft voice or private seclusion. This is based on the Almighty's saying: "So do not be soft in speech [to men], lest he in whose heart is disease should covet, but speak with appropriate words," and His saying: "And when you ask [his wives] for something, ask them from behind a screen. That is purer for your hearts and their hearts." The temptation between men and women is among the most harmful temptations, as the Prophet (peace be upon him) said: "I have not left behind me any temptation more harmful to men than women," and "Beware of the world and beware of women, for the first temptation of the Children of Israel was with women." Men participating in the women's section of forums and discussing without shame matters related to perfumes and women's clothing is a reprehensible act that must be denounced.

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