Selling musical instruments
Question
I am in the business of selling sound equipment like speakers, mixers, and amplifiers. To remain competitive. I feel the need to offer a wider range of products, including musical instruments, despite knowing that music equipment may be considered haram. Given this, I have a few concerns:
1. Is it permissible to sell musical instruments under these circumstances?
2. If the income from selling such items is haraam, can I use that money to pay taxes?
3. If selling musical instruments for profit is not permissible, would it be acceptable to sell them at cost price just to stay competitive in the market?
Answer
It is impermissible. What is haraam will never bring barkat into your business.
And Allah Ta'ala (الله تعالى) knows best.
- Answered by
- Mufti Ebrahim Salejee (Isipingo Beach)
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