The Quest of a Curious Muslim — Page 44
WHY IS DANCING FORBIDDEN IN ISLAM? 44 something to be associated with noble traditions of prophets of God. Instead, it can be observed that dancing is associated with Satanic influences on the “baser yearnings” of human beings. 24 Satan is simply looking for ways to excite sexual desires in people, causing many to become slaves of their own desires. A close analysis of those people who live such free lives where dancing is permitted, would reveal that, in many cases, lives are spent in fulfillment of baser desires which in turn leads to a loss of peace. In some cases, it leads to infidelity in marriage, and in some cases, the very meaning of marriage is lost. Places where dancing is enjoyed in the company of strangers become breeding grounds for adultery. Ultimately, the peace of a household is lost, homes are broken up, and children grow up in difficult conditions. In some cases, drugs and alcohol become involved, and yet in other cases, crime is involved. All these dangers associated with dancing point to the fact that it is a laghw or vain pursuit (Holy Quran, 23:4), and it is something that can take a person nearer to adultery (Holy Quran, 17:33). The ultimate goal of Islam is to place safeguards so that