Learn sorcery but do not practice it: A fabricated hadith

The Permanent Committee for Scholarly Research and Ifta

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Question 3: Fatwa number ( 6970 ):
Q3: I heard a person say: The Prophet (peace and blessings be upon him) said: “Learn sorcery but do not practice it.” Is this hadith authentic?
A3: It is not authentic from the Prophet (peace and blessings be upon him) to our knowledge; rather, it is a fabricated report. And success is from Allah. May Allah send prayers and blessings upon our Prophet Muhammad, his family, and his Companions.

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