Is photography forbidden (haram)? And what is the ruling on continuing to work in the field of photography in order to pay off a loan and avoid imprisonment, given the husband's inability to pay?
Source: FtawySummary from Ftawy's records · added here Sep 2, 2026
We have previously explained that photographic imaging is a matter of disagreement among scholars, and what we incline towards is its permissibility unless it involves something forbidden. Therefore, you are not required to sell this shop, however, it is not permissible for you to photograph anything that involves disobedience or a forbidden purpose. We also advise sincere repentance if the loan was interest-based.
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