What is the ruling on a man fondling his penis without intending to masturbate, but rather to experience a little pleasure?
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A man fondling his penis with the intention of pleasure is a blameworthy act and is forbidden masturbation. As for touching the penis without the intention of pleasure or masturbation, there is no sin in it, but it is better to avoid it.
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