Why did our master Abu Bakr describe the singing of the two slave girls as "the flute of Satan," even though it was permissible and free from prohibitions? Does this description at least indicate disapproval (karahah)?
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Abu Bakr (may Allah be pleased with him) described the singing of the two girls with the 'devil's flutes' because it distracts from the remembrance of Allah. The Prophet (peace and blessings of Allah be upon him) did not object to this description but clarified to him that this type of singing is permissible on Eid.
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