Is the use of alcohol in fragrances, such as a woman perfuming herself for her husband, or scenting the mosque carpets for worshippers, forbidden, knowing that every intoxicant is forbidden?
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It is forbidden to use alcohol in drinks or otherwise, because it is the intoxicating substance in wine (), and wine is impure. Therefore, it is forbidden to use perfumes that contain alcohol.
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