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Astrologers do not know the Ghayb.

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Lawful vs. Unlawful Astrology

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Lawful vs. Unlawful Astrology

By Muhammad `Abdur-Rahman

Lawful vs. Unlawful Astrology

Astrology is the study of the relationship between the movements of the stars and their influence on people and events. From an Islamic perspective, Astrology is divided into two branches – polytheistic and lawful.

Polytheistic Astrology

Can you imagine claiming that the stars and planets have such domineering power that they can steer people’s lives and destinies? That they are the determining factor of good or bad luck? This form of polytheism, experienced by those to whom Abraham, peace be upon him, was sent, insinuates ascribing partners to Allah in worship. It also presumes a relationship between stars, planets and events that take place on Earth by which, the future can be predicted. It claims knowledge of the unseen based on speculations and conjectures when such knowledge is unique to Allah Alone.

As Muslims, we know that the stars and planets cannot be used as indicators of happiness or misery, life or death. Allah says in the Qur’an:

“(He Alone is) the All-Knower of the ghayb (unseen), and He reveals to none His ghayb (unseen), except to a Messenger (from mankind) whom He has chosen. (He informs him of unseen as much as He likes), and then He makes a band of watching guards (angels) to march before him and after him.” (Al-Jinn 72:26-27)

Ruling

Muslims are not allowed to learn or teach polytheistic astrology because the Prophet, sallallahu ‘alayhi wa sallam, regarded it as a branch of magic, which is prohibited by Islamic law. Allah says in the Qur’an:

“They followed what the devils gave out (falsely of the magic) in the lifetime of Solomon. Solomon did not disbelieve, but the devils disbelieved, teaching men magic and such things that came down at Babylon to the two angels, Harut and Marut, but neither of these two (angels) taught anyone (such things) till they had said, ‘We are only for trial, so disbelieve not (by learning this magic from us).‘” (Al-Baqarah 2:102)

It also involves learning something that has no benefit. If a Muslim were to learn it for a career, all associated gains would be unlawful. And, anyone who teaches it to others, spreads falsehood.

Astrology in Popular Culture

Polytheistic astrology has dramatically spread in recent years, and it has become a means of distorting people’s belief in Allah. Private institutes have been founded, books, magazines and newspapers are published, under various titles such as What’s in the Stars for You?, Constellations and many others in order to advertise such a seductive commodity that often appeals to the uneducated public.

A true Muslim should stay away from this type of astrology because if he does not, it is likely to exclude him completely from the fold of Islam.

Lawful Astrology

This is the scientific study of stars for determining and fixing time division such as months and seasons and determining and fixing compass directions. In modern times, this can be called astronomy, and this is lawful because it is perceived by the senses and fixed calculations, which can help determine the times of prescribed prayers, and other religious duties that should be observed at certain times.

Divine Wisdom Behind the Creation of the Stars

Allah has informed us of His intended purpose for the stars:

“And indeed We have adorned the nearest heaven with lamps.” (Al-Mulk 67:5)

“And landmarks (sign posts during the day) and by the stars (during the night), they (mankind) guide themselves.” (An-Nahl 16:16)

“… and We have made such lamps as missiles to drive away the shayatin (devils).” (Al-Mulk 67:5)

Because this subject is often overlooked, many Muslims may not be aware of the ruling of astrology. It would be easy to find it amusing to check on one’s horoscope or discuss which ‘sign’ you were born under. However, as with many elements of today’s popular culture, we must force ourselves to refocus our lives, and live every day to please Allah, subhanahu wa ta’ala, in case it may be our last. Spending idle time on such foolishness is not only wasteful, but it is a sign that we are venturing away from the straight path.

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Adapted with editorial adjustments from Al-Jumu’ah Magazine.

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Allaah telling the Messengers about the Ghayb

Allaah telling the Messengers about the Ghayb

Question: When we tell our brothers that it is only Allaah Who has knowledge of the Ghayb (Unseen) and that no messenger or angel knows it, they say that the Messenger of Allaah (peace be upon him) knew the Ghayb and that the Qur’an which he was sent with is Ghayb. They take Allaah’s statement: “(He Alone is) the All-Knower of the Ghayb (Unseen), and He reveals to none His Ghayb (Unseen).”Except…

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Five keys to the Ghayb only known to Allaah

Five keys to the Ghayb only known to Allaah

Question: Allaah (Exalted be He) says in His Book: Verily Allâh, with Him (Alone) is the knowledge of the Hour, He sends down the rain, and knows that which is in the wombs. No person knows what he will earn tomorrow, and no person knows in what land he will die. Verily, Allaah is All-Knower, All-Aware (of things). This Aayah (Qur’aanic verse) contains these Words of Allaah’s: …and knows that…

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Causes of disagreement between scholars

Causes of disagreement between scholars

Question: Why did the four Imaams (scholars) disagree on some legal matters? Did the Messenger of Allaah (peace be upon him) know that these Imaams would come after him?

Answer:We do not know whether the Messenger of Allaah (peace be upon him) knew that the four Imaams would come after him or not. This is because the Prophet (peace be upon him) did not know the Ghayb (the unseen), but knew only…

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Ruling on consulting soothsayers who claim the knowledge of the Ghayb

Ruling on consulting soothsayers who claim the knowledge of the Ghayb

Question: What is the legal ruling on consulting soothsayers who claim knowledge of Ghayb (the Unseen)? What about those who hold back from taking action against them?

Answer:Knowledge of the Ghayb is exclusive to Allaah Alone. Whoever claims to possess it is certainly assuming the acquisition of a Divine attribute that Allaah (Glorified and Exalted be He) Alone possesses, and is making himself a…

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Claiming to have knowledge of the Ghayb

Claiming to have knowledge of the Ghayb

Question: We have a woman whom people call “the Ghayb (unseen) claimer”, if this is due to her claiming the knowledge of the Ghayb, then what is the ruling?

Answer: Claiming the knowledge of the Ghayb is Kufr (disbelief). Allaah (Exalted be He) says: Say: “None in the heavens and the earth knows the Ghayb (Unseen) except Allaah”This woman must change her name to something more acceptable, such as…

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Hadeeth: "After more than fourteen centuries, there will be the time of the Hour"

Hadeeth: “After more than fourteen centuries, there will be the time of the Hour”

Question: We heard some scholars say that there is a narration that says: “After more than fourteen centuries, there will be the time of the Hour (the Day of Judgment).” Is this narration true? Taking into consideration that about fourteen centuries have passed and nothing has happened.

Answer:No one knows exactly the time of the Hour except Allaah (Exalted be He). There is no authentic Hadeeth…

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