“O you who believe! Wine, gambling, idols, and divining arrows are nothing but an abomination of Satan’s handiwork; so avoid them, that you may prosper.” (al-Ma’idah 5:90)

The Council further recommends that the Secretariat of the Academy conduct a field study of the various kinds of prizes, contests, and promotional discounts now prevalent in the media and in commercial markets. It should then commission a number of jurists and researchers to prepare written studies on the issue and present the matter to the Council at its next session, Allah willing.

May Allah shower abundant blessings and peace upon our master Muhammad, his family, and his Companions. All praise belongs to Allah, Lord of the worlds.