Using a cellphone while listening to Qur'an
Question
Are you allowed to participate in other activities e.g. going on your mobile phone whilst listening to a students Qur'an?
Answer
No. While listening to the Qur'an, one's full attention should be focused towards the recitation.
And Allah Ta'ala (الله تعالى) knows best.
- Answered by
- Mufti Zakaria Makada
- Checked & approved by
- Mufti Ebrahim Salejee (Isipingo Beach)
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Source: Mufti Online — Madrasah Ta'leemuddeen — https://muftionline.co.za/node/19933
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