Part of Concepts of Ahl as-Sunnah (series completed)
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Summary of Sunni concepts | Concept (677) | Turning a blind eye
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A summary of the concepts held by the Ahl al-Sunnah.
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Lowering the gaze.
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Lowering the gaze brings about the purification and sanctity of the soul.
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As Allah the Almighty has said:
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“Tell the believing men to lower their gaze and be modest. That is purer for them. Lo! Allah is aware of what they do.” (24:30)
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"That is purer for them."
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In order for a person to achieve this,
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he must employ preventative measures against letting his gaze wander
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and looking upon the private parts of women,
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by following these steps:
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First:
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Avoid places where there is intermingling with immodestly dressed women,
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such as mixed beaches,
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as well as mixed parks and marketplaces.
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Second:
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Beware of magazines, satellite channels, and social media platforms
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that disseminate content which incites temptation and base desires.
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Third:
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Always remember the hadith of the Messenger of Allah, peace and blessings of Allah be upon him:
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"The eyes commit zina, and their zina is the gaze."
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And he, peace be upon him, said at the end of it:
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"And the private parts either confirm that or deny it."
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Agreed upon.
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A summary of the concepts held by the Ahl al-Sunnah.