Ruling on playing the hand drum upon success
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Question:
Umm Ahmad says: It is our custom to play the hand drum on the occasion of our sons' or daughters' success, or when they graduate from high school. What is the Shaykh's opinion on this?
Answer:
My opinion is that you should thank Allah (Mighty and Majestic) and praise Him for this blessing. As for beating the hand drum, it is not permissible; this is a form of amusement. However, thank Allah for this blessing, and make du'a' for your son who succeeded. Make du'a' for his success, encourage him in that, and if you give him a prize as encouragement, there is nothing wrong with it. Or if you hold a walimah or invitation on the occasion of his success, inviting your friends and neighbors, that is a good thing and encouragement. Yes.
The presenter:
May Allah reward you,
Umm Ahmad says: It is our custom to play the hand drum on the occasion of our sons' or daughters' success, or when they graduate from high school. What is the Shaykh's opinion on this?
Answer:
My opinion is that you should thank Allah (Mighty and Majestic) and praise Him for this blessing. As for beating the hand drum, it is not permissible; this is a form of amusement. However, thank Allah for this blessing, and make du'a' for your son who succeeded. Make du'a' for his success, encourage him in that, and if you give him a prize as encouragement, there is nothing wrong with it. Or if you hold a walimah or invitation on the occasion of his success, inviting your friends and neighbors, that is a good thing and encouragement. Yes.
The presenter:
May Allah reward you,
Source
نور على الدرب 29-12-1434هـ — af.org.sa (12:09)
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