{"_id":"676a104132bfcaa23a80b998","title":"{\"ops\":[{\"attributes\":{\"color\":\"#000000\",\"background\":\"transparent\"},\"insert\":\"Is it haram to have friends who are gay?\"},{\"insert\":\"\\n\"}]}","question":"{\"ops\":[{\"attributes\":{\"background\":\"transparent\",\"color\":\"#000000\"},\"insert\":\"Is having friends that are gay, haram? For example: we have friends from different backgrounds, religions, and beliefs. I am not saying that we side with their beliefs, but is it permissible to be friendly towards them and keep them as friends?\"},{\"insert\":\"\\n\"}]}","answer":"{\"ops\":[{\"attributes\":{\"color\":\"#000000\",\"background\":\"transparent\"},\"insert\":\"In our Islamic tradition, we are instructed to extend respect, dignity, justice, and compassion to every living being, whether they are human or animal. It is imperative that we refrain from insulting or mistreating anyone and continually offer prayers, seek guidance, and request forgiveness on behalf of others. \"},{\"insert\":\"\\n\\n\"},{\"attributes\":{\"color\":\"#000000\",\"background\":\"transparent\"},\"insert\":\"This is the code of conduct we uphold as Muslims in all our interactions with acquaintances and those we encounter.\"},{\"insert\":\"\\n\\n\"},{\"attributes\":{\"color\":\"#000000\",\"background\":\"transparent\"},\"insert\":\"However, when it comes to selecting friends, we must exercise caution and choose individuals who will contribute to our growth as devout believers. The foundation for forming close friendships lies in piety and righteousness. The Prophet ﷺ emphasizes that a person's religious inclinations are often influenced by the company they keep. In essence, one's character is shaped by their close associates. Hence, Islam instructs us to select friends who possess qualities such as intelligence, good moral character, uprightness, God-consciousness, honesty, and a lack of materialistic inclinations.\"},{\"insert\":\"\\n\"}]}","tags":[{"_id":"668da02b0b76658b4c232ff9","tag":"Relationships: Friend","count":52},{"_id":"668da0460b76658b4c2332e6","tag":"Contemporary Life: Lgbt","count":15}],"createdOn":"2024-12-24T01:37:05.430Z"}