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Question : #104

Category: Sexual Ethics & Morals

Subject:	is masturbation haram?
Question:	I am not married or engaged or good looking. Why is it haram to masturbate for people like me?
Answer:	Salaam, Masturbation is haram period, it does not matter what conditions one has. I wouldn't worry, looks are not everything, I'm sure you could find somebody for permanent or temporary marriage. fi amanillah

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