What is the ruling on women playing the hand drum on occasions other than a wedding?

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The questioner : What is the ruling on women playing the hand drum on occasions other than a wedding?

The Shaykh : If it is for a reason, there is nothing wrong with it, because a woman came to the Messenger of Allah (peace and blessings be upon him) and said:

I have vowed that if God brings you back safe, I shall play the tambourine in front of you and sing.'' He replied, "If you have made a vow, play

إني نذرت إن ردك الله سالما أن أضرب بالدف بين يديك فقال لها : أوفي بنذرك

Mishkat al-Masabih 30:68

As for mere amusement, this is not permissible. But if it is for a reason, such as the return of someone who was absent, or something similar, there is no blame on them. Yes.

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