As temperatures continue to rise during the summer season, many people wonder whether it is permissible in Islam to curse the heat or the summer itself. Al-Azhar's Fatwa Committee has clarified that doing so is not permissible because it reflects indirect objection to Allah's divine decree.
Islamic Ruling on Cursing Heat
According to Al-Azhar's Fatwa Committee, insulting or cursing extreme heat or severe cold is religiously prohibited. Weather conditions are part of Allah's creation and occur according to His wisdom and decree.
The committee emphasized that weather itself has no independent power and should not be blamed or cursed.
Why Is It Not Permissible?
Islam encourages believers to remain patient and content with Allah's decree. Instead of expressing anger toward the weather, Muslims are encouraged to remember Allah and increase their supplications during difficult conditions.
What Should Muslims Do During Extreme Heat?
The committee recommends:
- Remembering Allah frequently.
- Making sincere supplications.
- Remaining patient and content.
- Avoiding cursing the weather or summer.
Al-Azhar's 63rd Jurisprudence Forum
Separately, Al-Azhar is hosting its 63rd Jurisprudence Forum as part of the "Between Sharia and Medicine" series under the theme "A Contemporary Perspective." The event focuses on the jurisprudence of charity and its role in promoting balance and stability within society through a modern Islamic perspective.
The forum features leading Islamic scholars and academics, with discussions moderated by broadcaster Emad Atiya from the Holy Quran Radio.
Is it permissible to curse extreme heat in Islam?
No. Al-Azhar's Fatwa Committee states that cursing extreme heat is not permissible.
Can Muslims curse the summer season?
No. Summer and weather conditions are part of Allah's creation.
Why is cursing the weather prohibited?
Because it implies indirect objection to Allah's divine decree.
What should Muslims do during hot weather?
They should remember Allah, make supplications, remain patient, and avoid complaining in a sinful manner.
What is the theme of Al-Azhar's 63rd Jurisprudence Forum?
It discusses the rulings on charity and its impact on achieving social balance and stability.
