Question
Is it permissible for a Muslim to practise stoicism, and apply the philosophy of the stoics objectively within a shar'ee domain? Are such books permissible to read objectively or critically with an Islamic mind?
Answer
It is not permissible to practice stoicism which is a philosophy of the ancient mushrik Greeks. One should not read such books merely for passing time or for mere interest. Only if the intention is to refute the baatil of a philosophy, may it be studied. There is no scope in the Shar'i domain for satanism.
- Source
- themajlis.co.za
- Published in
- The Majlis Vol 23 No 10
- PDF page
- 3
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