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The Ruling on Jokes That Make People Laugh

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Question:
Is what is called jokes included in the hadith of al-Tirmidhi regarding the hadith that makes the people laugh?

Answer:
This was clarified by the action of the Messenger (peace and blessings be upon him). Jokes that do not contain lying are permissible, but jokes that contain lying are not permissible.

The presenter:
May Allah reward you,
Source شرح كتاب الكبائر للإمام محمد بن عبد الوهاب، بداية من باب ما جاء في زعموا — islamhouse.com (1:09:09)

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