Analysis of Valentine's Day and Its Conflicts with Islamic Jurisprudence
Subject Areas : Islamic jurisprudenceHadi Aban Gah Azgami 1 , Milad Ramezian 2 , Erfan Yousefi Qale Roudkhani 3 , Arian Dolati 4
1 - Assistant Professor, Theology Department, Bent-e-Hoda Sadr Farhangian Campus, Gilan, Iran.
2 - Bachelor of Theology Education Student, Imam Ali (AS) Farhangian Campus, Gilan, Iran
3 - Bachelor of Theology Education Student, Imam Ali (AS) Farhangian Campus, Gilan, Iran.
4 - Bachelor of Theology Education Student, Imam Ali (AS) Farhangian Campus, Gilan, Iran
Keywords: Valentine's Day, Lifestyle, Western Culture, Islam ,
Abstract :
Islam is essentially a religion of mercy, kindness, and joy. The hadiths, narrations, and the conduct of the Infallibles (peace be upon them) have always been based on tolerance, respect, thought, and enlightenment. However, Islam opposes any form of false or improper joy and lifestyle, considering it entirely harmful to human beings and humanity, and a cause of misguidance.In recent years, what has become more prominent is the influence of misguided ideas and the pursuit of happiness by any means—something that neither tradition, nor sound reason, nor religion, nor morality accepts.Meanwhile, being influenced by foreign cultures without awareness of their essence and reality has led humanity, at times, to neglect choosing what could bring true enjoyment and lasting happiness. This essay seeks to examine the disadvantages and dangers of this issue and to present solutions for overcoming it.Valentine’s Day, or the Day of Lovers—which many regard as nothing more than a legend—is celebrated annually on February 14 in some countries around the world. In recent years, it has also replaced our authentic cultural traditions, as some people in our country celebrate this day by purchasing and exchanging gifts.
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