Forbidden in Islam, getting my first tattoo in the U.S. meant freedom | Opinion (2024)
"I can finally get a tattoo," the thought popped in head the day my visit to America was confirmed.
For those who aren't aware, tattoos are considered haram (forbidden) in Islam. There is no specific Islamic verse outlining this point but many people believe wudu (the purification ritual) cannot be completed if you have a tattoo on your body. Hence, you can never pray.
Let's not get into a debate on how correct or incorrect this belief is but I personally choose not to follow it, and it may come as a surprise but thousands of Pakistanis adorn tattoos on various parts of their bodies that are not visible to the general public. Believe it or not, people will silently judge you for sporting a tattoo and label you as a disbeliever who will forever burn in hell.
However, my reasons for not getting a tattoo in Pakistan are different. First, Pakistani parents tend to throw a fit when they hear about their children getting a tattoo —even if their "child' is 31 years old. Second, I was not certain if I could trust a Pakistani artist to create somethingstunning for me. After all, you are stuck with the tattoo your entire life and contacting a novice tattoo artist was not an option I was comfortable with.
Two weeks before my departure, the search for the perfect tattoo began. Various suggestions were thrown at me — from a cat to a heart, and from a boat to a dove, people were bursting with ideas that meant something to them. However, the goalwas to find something that was meaningful to me. Google was my best friend for many nights and I came across numerous tattoo ideas untilit hit me one day: I wanted a Phoenix!
According to Greek mythology, the phoenix is a bird associated with the sun and obtains life by rising from its own ashes. The myth states that it was a beautiful rare bird that lived for 500 years before it died in a show of flames and combustion, only to be reborn.The legend of the phoenix resonated with me for several reasons:
b) It's a unique creature that was said to be seen rarely.
c) It represents freedom, resilienceandstrength.
Most importantly, it's a symbol of life and the tough times everyone goes through. The problems I faced are similar to those faced by people all over the world, whether it be heartbreak, anxiety or depression. However, I made sure hitting rock bottom never changed my personality or my heart —in fact I came out stronger and became more passionate about changing the world.
On Wednesday, I finally built up the courage to call the Rocksteady Tattoo Company in Melbourne and turned my dreams into reality. My colleagues Caroline Glenn and Emre Kelly from FLORIDA TODAY offered to accompany me while the story of my life was being carved on my body. Fazal Khaliq, a fellow journalist from Pakistan, also came along to catch the act on camera since he has never seen anyone get a tattoo.
My mind was flooded with fear because everyone had warned me about how painful the process is. I imagined being poked by small needles and the ink being sewed into my skin like a thread is sewed into cloth.Tomy surprise, it hardly hurt. All you need to do is avoid thinking about the needle poking you.I diverted my mind and kept humming "It's a small world after all."Hey don't judge, it actually worked for me!
Within 10minutes the outline of the tattoo was completed and the artist started filling in the phoenix design —and that's when it hurt. I was able to bear the pain but a few minutes later my body started to react. I felt lightheaded and could feel my blood pressure dropping. Luckily, the very talented space reporter Emrerushed to my help with a KitKat, while Caroline stroked my hair and encouraged me to push through.
Within the next hour, I was back in my hotel and excitedly sending photos of my tattooed back to my friends and siblings. My sister replied saying, "What the f***, Fatima. You can't pray now."
To those who don't understand why people are obsessed with getting tattoos—especially my brilliant and loving host and FLORIDA TODAY Executive EditorBob Gabordi —here's a quote from the Marvel Daredevil TV show that might help:
"Growing to love something is really simply forgetting slowly what you dislike about it."- James Wesley
Fatima Shaheen Niazi is a journalistin Pakistan and is visiting FLORIDA TODAY as part of an International Center for Journalists program.
Grand Ayatollah Sadiq Hussaini Shirazi ruled: "Tattoos are considered makruh (reprehensible but not forbidden). However, it is not permissible to have Quranic verses, names of Ahlulbayt (a.s), drawings of Imams (a.s), Hadiths, unislamic and inappropriate images or the likes tattooed onto the body.
Most definitely. Your Lord is most forgiving. Turn to Him sincerely and ask for forgiveness for whatever you want and He will grant you your prayer. Allah forgives all except shirk.
According to Islamic belief, people with tattoos and body piercings are considered infidels (not human) and are to be put to death in the name of Allah. Traditionally, this is carried out by either beheading, or by stoning to death.
Tattooing is considered a deviation from Allah's creation, tantamount to body torture, mutilation, and unnecessary embellishment. Islamic texts, including Surah Nisa, forbid altering God's creation, categorizing it as one of Satan's commands.
According to the book Sahih Al-Bukhari, a major collection of of sayings of the Prophet Mohammed, the speech on the subject of tattoos that the Prophet had made reads: “the Prophet (ﷺ) cursed the women who practice tattooing and those who seek to be tattooed, the women who remove hair from their faces seeking ...
If you tattoo that as a name, not as a name of Allah, it is perfectly fine. If you tattoo it as a name of Allah, it is not allowed under Islam, but then you don't have to abide by those laws if you don't want to.
Muslims with tattoos can continue to engage in the essential act of prayer by maintaining ritual purity, observing modesty, and nurturing a sincere connection with Allah.
Temporary tattoos are not haram in Islam rather they are halal. They are halal because they are not permanently changing the creation of Allah. They are simply temporary means of beautification which is permissible in Islam. ... So they all qualify as temporary means of beautification and so are permissible in Islam.
It depends on who you ask. There are some Christians who believe it is a sin. The verse in the Bible that most Christians make reference to is Leviticus 19:28, which says,"You shall not make any cuttings in your flesh for the dead, nor tattoo any marks on you: I am the Lord." So, why is this verse in the Bible?
In Islam, there are many factors that are permissible for women but not for men. One of them is getting piercings. Women are accepted to pierce their our bodies (specifically ear and nose) because Allah offers them a privilege to wear earrings to decorate themselves, which doesn't apply to men.
Piercing (ear lobe or nose) does not alter the physiology of the human body. Tattoo is a permanent change that involves making images in the body. In Islam, making images on the body is not permissible since it may lead to major sins of worshiping images.
Nose piercing isn't haram in Islam, but best for ladies. For men, nose piercing is normally discouraged by way of Islamic pupils as it's miles visible as effeminate. Women can pierce their noses for beautification functions however ought to keep away from doing it extremely or painfully.
Nevertheless, Islamic scholars have tended to regard dogs' saliva as impure; practically, this means anything licked by a dog necessitates washing. Many Islamic jurists allowed owning dogs for herding, farming, hunting, or protection, but prohibited ownership for reasons they regarded as "frivolous".
According to the Irish Times, "a majority of Muslims" follow the view taken by modern scholars such as Yusuf al-Qaradawi that music is forbidden "only if it leads the believer into activities that are clearly defined as prohibited, such as drinking alcohol and illicit sex".
Allah S.W.T has never mention that praying is prohibited from humans that has tattoos. as long as you did your wudhu, clean clothes & proper praying environment, just go ahead and pray. And yes, when u're outdoor, do your best to cover all your tattoos as how Allah S.W.T conceals our mistakes from other people.
Tattoos aren't for everyone, but they aren't inherently sinful. Tattoos are permissible, but that doesn't mean you should get one. If you do get some ink, do so with a clear conscience, in faith, unto the glory of God.
In Islam, relationships between unmarried men and women aren't exactly encouraged, but they aren't forbidden either. It's all about dating in a way that upholds Islamic values and the intention of the people involved. So, if you're a single Muslim looking to date while staying true to your faith, don't worry!
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