What is the correct interpretation of the hadith about the Abyssinians playing with spears? And how can one refute those who legitimize contemporary arts by citing this hadith, and what are the regulations for permissible arts?

Contemporary art, which often includes acting, plays, and singing, is frequently considered haram (forbidden). Some people's argument for the permissibility of singing, based on the hadith about the Abyssinians playing in the mosque, is incorrect. Their playing involved spears for the purpose of training for jihad, did not include music, and differs from mere amusement.

As for a woman looking at men, scholars have agreed on its prohibition if done with lust. They differed on its permissibility without lust, with the preponderant opinion being its permissibility, especially when there is a need.

Regarding dancing, the Hanafis, Malikis, Hanbalis, and some Shafi'is considered it makruh (disliked) because it is seen as base, foolish, and mere amusement. They interpreted the hadith of the Abyssinians as referring to leaping with weapons, not the reprehensible dancing. It becomes haram if it is accompanied by something forbidden, such as drinking alcohol or uncovering the awrah (private parts).