{"_id":"682ce97e876da00a305f02a1","title":"{\"ops\":[{\"insert\":\"Is it permissible to talk trash and show off when playing sports?\\n\"}]}","question":"{\"ops\":[{\"insert\":\"Is it permissible to show off in sports? For example, when someone shoots a 3 in basketball, you might put up 3 fingers to show off. Or, you might tell the opponent that you’re better than them. Or, when you’re playing football, you show off how you’re better than your opponent. Is this permissible?\\n\"}]}","answer":"{\"ops\":[{\"insert\":\"It’s normal to celebrate in sports, they’re meant to be competitive, and it’s natural to feel excited when you make a great play. As long as the celebration stays respectful and playful, it’s permissible. Expressing confidence or energy is fine as long as it’s not about putting others down.\\n\\nIf the celebration turns into mocking, arrogance, or belittling your opponent, then it crosses a line. Islam encourages confidence, but not pride.\\n\\nSo go ahead and play hard, celebrate your wins, and enjoy the game. Just keep it humble, and remember that your skill is a gift from Allah ﷻ, not a reason to look down on others.\\n\"}]}","tags":[{"_id":"668d9fe40b76658b4c23283a","tag":"Contemporary Life: Other","count":137},{"_id":"668da0320b76658b4c2330a7","tag":"Worship: Tazkiyyah","count":87},{"_id":"668d9fe30b76658b4c232826","tag":"Worship: Etiquettes","count":79},{"_id":"696530653e4fd26d8f9b39c1","tag":"Contemporary Life: Games & Sports","count":18}],"createdOn":"2025-05-20T20:43:42.836Z"}