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Which one of the following is True about music in Islam?
Which one of the following is True about music in Islam?
In an effort to address the issue of permissibility of music, Islamic scholars primarily look into:
In an effort to address the issue of permissibility of music, Islamic scholars primarily look into:
One of the following types of music has suffered much less from censorship than the rest:
One of the following types of music has suffered much less from censorship than the rest:
The following aspect is taken into consideration when examining the permissibility of a piece of music:
The following aspect is taken into consideration when examining the permissibility of a piece of music:
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In Turkey under Kemal Ataturk, the villagers were forced to listen to:
In Turkey under Kemal Ataturk, the villagers were forced to listen to:
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Sufis (followers of Sufism, which is the mystical branch of Islam):
Sufis (followers of Sufism, which is the mystical branch of Islam):
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According to the hadith reviewed, frame drums:
According to the hadith reviewed, frame drums:
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The interpolation of religious lyrics in a pop song is generally considered:
The interpolation of religious lyrics in a pop song is generally considered:
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In 'Pop music; singing of a beloved homeland', we learn that Islamic extremists banned rai claiming that:
In 'Pop music; singing of a beloved homeland', we learn that Islamic extremists banned rai claiming that:
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Right after the Islamic revolution of 1979:
Right after the Islamic revolution of 1979:
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Sherry Bijan and 3P, contemporary Iranian female singers, don't show their faces in their music videos because:
Sherry Bijan and 3P, contemporary Iranian female singers, don't show their faces in their music videos because:
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Iranian rap is:
Iranian rap is:
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What is the term for music that is considered sinful and illegal according to the doctrines of Islamic law?
What is the term for music that is considered sinful and illegal according to the doctrines of Islamic law?
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Turkey (1920s-30s) under the leadership of __________, the founder of the Republic of Turkey, experienced a case of censorship:
Turkey (1920s-30s) under the leadership of __________, the founder of the Republic of Turkey, experienced a case of censorship:
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Music and female dancing is considered ____ in Islamic contexts.
Music and female dancing is considered ____ in Islamic contexts.
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What was the significant event that led to a complete ban on music in Iran?
What was the significant event that led to a complete ban on music in Iran?
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Describe Iranian pop music videos.
Describe Iranian pop music videos.
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What does the separation between Human and Divine refer to in music?
What does the separation between Human and Divine refer to in music?
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What genres of music are accepted in Iran?
What genres of music are accepted in Iran?
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Does the Hadith support music?
Does the Hadith support music?
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What factors are taken into account when considering music as halal or haram?
What factors are taken into account when considering music as halal or haram?
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Study Notes
Music and Islam
- The permissibility of music in Islam is a contentious issue; opinions vary among scholars.
- Islamic scholars primarily reference the Quran and Hadith to address music's permissibility.
- Context and content of lyrics are crucial factors in determining if a piece of music is permissible (halal) or forbidden (haram).
Types of Music
- Chanted poetry has faced less censorship compared to other forms, such as Algerian rai music.
- In Turkey, under Mustafa Kemal Ataturk's reforms, Western classical music was promoted while traditional Ottoman and Turkish folk music faced restrictions.
Sufism and Music
- Sufis view music as an integral part of their spiritual rituals, embracing its use in religious practices.
Frame Drums
- Hadith indicates that frame drums are considered halal.
Popular Culture and Censorship
- The interpolation of religious lyrics in pop songs is often regarded as blasphemous.
- Islamic extremists targeted rai music, linking it to Western influences and explicit themes.
Post-Revolution Music in Iran
- Following the 1979 Islamic Revolution, many Iranian musicians left the country due to a blanket ban on music.
- Contemporary Iranian female singers, like Sherry Bijan and 3P, often conceal their identities in music videos due to potential legal repercussions.
Iranian Rap
- Iranian rap music is thriving underground but has not received official endorsement from the Iranian Ministry of Culture.
Music Classification in Islam
- Music is often classified as haram, especially when it pertains to female dancing, perceived as shameful due to its association with arousal.
- The Islamic Revolution led to a complete ban on music, prompting many artists to immigrate.
Iranian Music Characteristics
- Iranian pop music features melodramatic elements similar to 1970s Italian music, focusing on themes of love and familial relationships.
Distinctions in Musical Expression
- There is a distinction in expressing divine themes through music; singing about Allah moves between divine and human contexts.
Variety of Music Genres
- Iranian folk, classical, and pop music are more acceptable compared to other musical styles, which are generally banned.
- The Hadith presents conflicting views regarding music, with some parts endorsing it, while others condemn it.
Assessing Halal and Haram in Music
- Conservative Islamic scholars view music as a potential temptation, affecting its classification within the broader Islamic context.
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Description
Test your knowledge of Middle Eastern music and its cultural significance. This quiz focuses on key concepts surrounding the permissibility of music in Islam, drawing from teachings and scholarly interpretations. Explore various perspectives on the debate regarding music in Muslim contexts.
