What advice and guidance is there for dealing with temptations and moral decay at a non-Islamic university? Is it permissible to combine the Friday prayer with Asr because it coincides with exams or lectures? And is it permissible to masturbate to avoid falling into dealings with girls?
A Muslim who is keen on preserving his religion should avoid places of temptation and choose a suitable university. If that is not possible, he should limit his attendance to what is necessary, while adhering to the manners prescribed by Islamic law, such as lowering the gaze. We advise fasting and early marriage if possible, as the Prophet (peace and blessings be upon him) guided to this in the : "O young people, whoever among you can afford to marry, let him do so, for it helps him lower his gaze and guard his modesty. And whoever cannot afford to marry, let him fast, for it will be a shield for him." As for temporary residence for study, the ruling of a traveler does not apply to it. It is not permissible to delay the Friday prayer to combine it with Asr. However, if performing it would result in significant harm to one's studies, then it is permissible to miss it and pray Dhuhr instead.
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