Homosexuality in Islam is one of the pivotal issues that have recently become common and has become the talk of the hour, and Muslims have turned to their religion and adhered to it to pass this ordeal safely, and the first step out of this scourge was to guide children from a young age, instill good values in them, and teach them the principles of their religion, and in this article, we explain what homosexuality is in Islam and how to protect the child from it.
The concept of homosexuality in Islam
The definition of homosexuality in Islam is the sexual attraction directed towards individuals of the same sex, which contradicts the moral and legal principles that govern sexual relationships in Islam. Homosexuality is considered forbidden (haram) in Islam and a deviation from the natural order that Allah has created for humanity.
Islamic law prohibits sexual relations outside of marriage, and same-sex relationships are considered contrary to Islamic morals and a major sin. Therefore, homosexuality is considered forbidden in Islam and conflicts with the values and religious principles that govern sexual relationships in Islam.
Causes of homosexuality in Islam
The causes of homosexuality in Islam are a matter of debate and discussion among scholars and religious leaders. While there is no clear consensus on the specific causes of homosexuality, many Islamic scholars and religious leaders believe that it is a deviation from the natural order created by Allah.
Some Islamic scholars argue that homosexuality is caused by environmental factors, such as upbringing, social surroundings, or cultural influence. Others believe that it is caused by psychological or emotional factors, such as trauma, abuse, or mental illness. Some also suggest that it may be caused by genetic or biological factors.
However, regardless of the perceived causes of homosexuality, most Islamic scholars and leaders agree that it is a sin and a violation of Islamic teachings. They believe that the focus should be on seeking treatment and guidance to overcome same-sex desires and align one’s actions with the principles of the faith.
Forms of homosexuality
There are a few main forms of homosexuality:
- Gay – A man who is primarily attracted to other men. The term gay can also be used inclusively to refer to the entire LGBT community.
- Lesbian – A woman who is primarily attracted to other women.
- Bisexual – A person who is attracted to both men and women. Bisexuality exists on a spectrum.
- Pansexual – A person who experiences attraction towards people of all gender identities and biological sexes. Pansexual people may refer to themselves as gender-blind.
- Asexual – A person who does not experience sexual attraction, though they may still experience romantic attraction. Some asexual people identify as gay, lesbian or bisexual.
- Queer – An umbrella term used by some people who identify as non-heterosexual or non-cisgender. The term has been reclaimed from its derogatory roots.
- Same Gender Loving – A term sometimes used by members of the African-American community to describe their sexual orientation. It de-emphasizes labels and focuses more on love and relationships.
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How Islam Addresses Homosexuality?
The issue of treating homosexuality or addressing the LGBT community and all forms of homosexuality requires a great deal of effort and perseverance to be able to remove toxic ideas from the minds of our children, which some try to inject into them since childhood to grow up on them, and therefore the Holy Quran and Islamic law provided some tips that must be taken into account to get rid of the toxins of this phenomenon, and these are the most prominent tips:
- Be confident that you can get rid of the anomaly you suffer from by trusting in God Almighty.
- Always be pure and ablution, and do not sleep now while you are ablution.
- Stick to the prayers for the first time and more than reciting the Holy Qur’an.
- Stay away from everything that arouses lust in you, such as movies, pictures, and other scenes, and do not think about such things.
- Stay away from bad friends, and whose vision reminds you of the bad past.
- Ask Allah Almighty for the forgiveness of your sins in all sincerity, and be confident that Allah Almighty is forgiving sins.
- Decide that you shall not return to the foregoing at any cost.
- fasting per week on Mondays and Thursday
- Try not to be alone in the house, or the room.
- Fill your free time with useful reading and sports.
- Do not go to bed until you feel the need to sleep.
The impact of homosexuality on the individual and society
There is a wide range of risks of homosexuality on the individual, which lead to diseases and major risks that definitively affect his life and activities, and these risks lead in turn to affect the society around him, and in this statement, we review the impact of homosexuality on the individual and society.
1- The effect of homosexuality on the individual
- Having mental disorders
- Problems in the anal areas and colon infection
- Infection with AIDS
- The rise in the suicide rate among homosexuals
- Cancer incidence and spread
- Addiction to drug abuse
- Eating disorders, obesity
2- The impact of homosexuality on society
Homosexuality carries a wide range of diseases in societies, as the phenomenon of homosexuality leads to the spread of a large number of diseases, and perhaps the most prominent of these diseases and the damage caused by this phenomenon to society are Hepatitis C, and neurological and psychological disorders, such as anxiety and sadism,
in addition to It leads to the disintegration of family ties, the undermining of the structure of the family and the change in its form, which consists of the father, mother, and children into a family in which the father is not known from the mother or the children, because they practice deviance with each other inside the house, and this is what Islam prohibits.
Legal evidence for the prohibition of homosexuality in Islam
Here are some of the main legal evidences cited for the prohibition of homosexual acts in Islam:
The Quranic story of Lot (Lut in Arabic), where God punishes the people of Lot for homosexual acts (Quran 7:80-84, 26:165-166, 27:54-58)
Verse 4:16 of the Quran prohibiting lewdness between men.
Verse 7:81 of the Quran prohibiting homosexual acts as the transgression of the people of Lot.
Multiple hadiths (sayings of Prophet Muhammad) that prescribe punishment for homosexual intimacy, including stoning to death in some cases.
Analogy (qiyas) to zina (fornication). Since zina is prohibited, homosexuality is considered analogous and prohibited as well.
Consensus (ijma) of the early Muslim jurists that homosexual acts are unlawful based on the Quran and hadiths. The legal schools of Islam classified homosexuality as a punishable offense.
Verses 30:21 and 42:49 of the Quran speaking of God creating mates of the opposite sex, interpreted to mean homosexuality goes against natural order.
How do I protect my child from LGBTQ people?
There are some tips that must be taken to protect the child from the LGBT community in general and homosexuality in particular, and these are the most prominent of them:
1- Follow up on the real-life and electronic activities of children to immunize them against messages promoting and accepting sexual deviance driven by profit in contents and activities such as electronic games, phone and smart device applications, cartoons, TV series and movies, popular social media content, books and novels, sports gaming events, product advertisements and posters, and others.
2- Clarify the position of religions and virtues that reject sexual deviance and promote awareness that can counter the propaganda directed at them through the mentioned channels.
3- Occupy the free time of children with beneficial knowledge acquisition and various sports activities.
4- Develop the skills of children, employ them in what benefits them and their society, benefit from their creativity, and provide them with good role models.
5- Choose a good friends for children and follow up with their studies by continuous communication with their teachers.
6- Encourage young people to offer positive actions, even if they are small from the parent’s point of view, and provide them with space to achieve self-realization, enhance their abilities, and gain confidence.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Homosexuality in Islam
What is homosexuality?
Homosexuality is a sexual orientation characterized by an enduring pattern of emotional, romantic, and/or sexual attraction to individuals of the same gender. A person who identifies as homosexual is commonly referred to as gay (for men) or lesbian (for women).
What is lesbianism?
Lesbianism is a term used to describe a sexual orientation in which a woman is primarily emotionally, romantically, and/or sexually attracted to other women. A woman who identifies as a lesbian may prefer to form intimate relationships with other women and may not experience romantic or sexual attraction to men.
What is LGBTQ people?
LGBTQ is an acronym that stands for:
L – Lesbian
G – Gay
B – Bisexual
T – Transgender
Q – Queer or Questioning
It refers to people whose sexual orientation or gender identity differs from traditional norms.
Reference to lesbianism and homosexuality in the Quran
One of the most relevant passages is found in Surah al-Araf, which reads:
“And [We had sent] Lot when he said to his people, “Do you commit such immorality as no one has preceded you with from among the worlds? Indeed, you approach men with desire, instead of women. Rather, you are a transgressing people.”” – Quran 7:80-81
Here, Lot is condemning the men of his people for desiring other men instead of women. scholars interpret this as a condemnation of male homosexuality.
In another passage in Surah an-Nisa, the Quran speaks generally of those “who come with lustful desire to men instead of women”:
“And [also prohibited to you are all] married women except those your right hands possess. [This is] the decree of Allah upon you. And lawful to you are [all others] beyond these, [provided] that you seek them [in marriage] with [gifts from] your property, desiring chastity, not unlawful sexual intercourse…” – Quran 4:24
Again, scholars interpret this as a condemnation of homosexuality
Why does Islam forbid lesbianism and sodomy?
Islam prohibits same-sex relations for a few key reasons:
1- Preservation of lineage
Islam places a strong emphasis on marriage and family. Same-sex relations do not produce biological children, which was important for preserving family lineages in past generations.
2- Adhering to divine command
Muslims believe that Allah has decreed that intimate relations are only permissible between a man and a woman within marriage. Engaging in same-sex relations would disobey this command.
3- Preventing moral corruption
Some Muslim scholars argue that same-sex relations promote moral corruption and undermine societal norms of sexuality and gender roles. They believe this would lead to chaos.
4- Conformity to “fitrah”
Fitrah refers to man’s innate, natural disposition as created by Allah. Some scholars argue that since men and women were “created in pairs” (Quran 78:8), same-sex relations go against human nature and fitrah.
5- Avoiding lust
The Quran warns against following one’s lustful desires. Same-sex relations are seen as a manifestation of forbidden lust that must be controlled. Muslims are called to restrain their desires and channel intimate feelings only within marriage.
6- Focusing intimacy on reproduction
Some Islamic scholars argue that the primary purpose of intimacy is reproduction, so non-reproductive sexual acts – including same-sex relations – go against this purpose.
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How Do I Talk to My Kids About Homosexuality?
If the son is gay or has homosexual tendencies or even does not have any tendencies, the first thing to do is to wait and calm, and to stay away from violence, reprimand, or repulsive methods in education, and therefore the people of knowledge and competence advise the following steps:
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Talking and raising awareness above all else
Such as taking your child’s hand to explain to him the reality of this phenomenon, and why the West accepts it, and we reject it as Muslims, and to support it with verses from the Holy Qur’an, and hadiths from the Prophet’s biography, and you must distinguish between Western ideas and customs that differ from our customs and customs.
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Follow-up and comment
If you sit with your child in front of the TV, and watch a movie, and then a certain shot appears with some kind of homosexuality, you should not miss this opportunity, and it is better to reinforce this position with the moral educational aspect, and explain to him the disadvantages of this act, as well as if you walk with him somewhere, and a sign appears urging homosexuality or a demonstration in support of gay rights, these life situations that you may face daily, do not let them leave without reinforcing them with the values and etiquette that you planted in Your child before.
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Values and sex education
This step must begin at the age of two years, at this age, there is sexual information that must reach the child up to the age of fifteen, the child must have a sexual information outcome through which he realizes the differences between the sexes, how to build a normal family, and stay away from anomalies to know the moral controls, values and teachings that will govern his activities later
The role of Ibrar Academy in addressing homosexuality
At Abrar Academy, we have realized the extent of the barbarity of the phenomenon of homosexuality in the West, and we feared for our children from falling under the captivity of this phenomenon, and therefore our teachers and sheikhs took the initiative to set up training, and educational courses, and our consultants and specialists went to explain special programs to implant good values, morals, and religious teachings in the souls of the child Since childhood, to protect them from this pervasive phenomenon around the world.
When a child comes to the academy accompanied by her parents, we begin to explain to him the values and ethics of Islam, while simplifying our curricula for him so that he can absorb them smoothly. Then the process of supervising his teaching and memorizing the provisions of the Holy Qur’an begins.
Besides theoretical education, we also seek to make the child apply what he learns and benefit from it in His daily life, we at Abrar Academy, pay great attention to the process of upbringing and education on Islamic morals and the fragrant Muhammadan biography thanks to our sheikhs who graduated from Al-Azhar University to complete their message on earth.
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