Playing poker without money
Question
When one plays poker without money involved for fun, is this allowed in accordance to sharia law?
Answer
If this game is generally played with money then such games should be left out for the semblance it has with gambling.
And Allah Ta'ala (الله تعالى) knows best.
- Answered by
- Mufti Ebrahim Salejee (Isipingo Beach)
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