Hosting a tennis expo

Q: Under what circumstances is it permissible to host a tennis expo?

A: The purpose for a believer coming into the world is for him to strive to acquire the pleasure of Allah Ta'ala through preparing for the life of the aakhirah. Hence, a believer at all times should aim for the higher objectives which Allah Ta'ala has created him for, such as upholding deen, spreading the sunnah, carrying out righteous works, showing kindness to the creation, as well as encouraging others to do the same.

A believer should not emulate the kuffaar and follow them in their culture, ways and value system such as getting involved in amusements, sports and vain activities. Similarly, it is not befitting for a believer to promote these kuffaar sporting activities in any way as he will be emulating the kuffaar and supporting them in their agenda of leading people towards sin.

And Allah Ta'ala (الله تعالى) knows best.

 

Answered by:

Mufti Zakaria Makada

Checked & Approved:

Mufti Ebrahim Salejee (Isipingo Beach)