Topic: Crypto gambling and religious restrictions - page 5. (Read 1284 times)

Exactly! , its not that we are depicting their religion, but let's be honest, some people or most of the people out there that do have their own religion sometimes do the things that are forbidden in their religion. Yes,  it is stated in their religion beliefs that this thinc is bad or forbidden, but according to human nature, they will tend to do things as they can't control themselves and they can't fight the urge. And gambling is one of them. Like the OP said, gambling is forbidden in their religion, but they still do it. Why? It's because they can't control themselves, and let's face it, not all people could be as disciplined as the other members of their religion. What should they do? Make it a secret. Yes,  maybe the god or the person they are worshipping might see what they are doing, but we can't do anything about our own desires or decisions. If we decide not to follow religion, then it is. The same goes for gambling. As long as we can't control ourselves, even if we stay in the religion that gambling is forbidden, we will still do it.

I guess that we will see that some or just a little number of them that does it for their own satisfaction. Not judging with any of them but in every religion, there's like the black sheeps that are in that form.

It's a small herd and that's why the respect must be there for the majority because in every religion, the number are just few to those that are not dedicated in following their laws.

I am confused, they knew it that it is haram but they gamble because they don't see it as a haram. I think these are the people that I am talking about as the blacksheeps.

Gambling is haram, but people still gamble because they don't see it as haram. After all, according to them, it is a pleasure like any other pleasure. We can't say much about this because it will depend on each person. If they know that gambling is haram but they still gamble often, that's up to them and whatever reasons they say, it still depends on the judgment of those who gamble. We also cannot force them not to gamble because it is haram. After all, that is a decision they have taken and they should be able to take responsibility for it later.

Based on my understanding it is undoubtedly that gambling is haram on their beliefs and we should respect that belief. I am not a Muslim guy but I haven't heard here in our locality wherein they were involved in gambling activities or even online I didn't see one so far. With crypto gambling we really have no idea what religions are involved on there but it is their own decision and risk to do such activities.

Yes, that's still what matters on this topic.

As long as you don't step on any feeling of other people then that's what you have to be mindful of. As long are you're not hurting them and you are minding your own thing, there should be no problem at all.

So, you do you and do what makes you happy. If you are aware that there are some punishment whether while you're living on this world or after life, you deal with it on your own.

Just respect is all we need when it comes to this type of subject.
We don't need to brand anyone based on his religion, because all religion are all just created by man.
So each one has their own beliefs, and so their way of living. This is why we need to respect each individual on this matter.
If we are against their beliefs, then just avoid mingling with them. Mind your own business. As long as they are not forcing you to live with their beliefs.

We can't discuss gambling related to religion here as everyone has a different opinion about this and the cycle will just never end. Let's just put it simply that there's no 100% perfect religion where everyone will follow their respective things to be followed. In most parts of the world, people are exposed to gambling regardless of their religion that's why there's always a chance that these people will do gambling even if it's not allowed in their religion.

Same as how people treat liquors, drugs and other considered sin activities.

No, dude. Haram is specific to Islam. But there's other religions out there with differing perspectives on gambling.  For example, gambling is not strictly prohibited in Christianity or Judaism. And, as far as I know, in Buddhism as well.


We can't assume all people buy into a faith.  Plenty of folks don't belong to some formal religion or feel beholden to religious rules.  For them, sin might not carry the same meaning as it does for people who strictly follow a certain religion.

Live and let to live, sort of approach.
Though, it is difficult to have such point of view on anything related to gambling when one lives in a society where it is not only stigmatized because the usual stereotypes of gamblers, but also because of religion. It would take a look at countries where there are governments which take a formal stand when comes to region and adopt one as their official one. Saudi Arabia comes to mind, so does Indonesia.
I suppose that in the end of the day, all is good as long as one is not hurting anyone, though some religious leaders will argue we are hurting ourselves when we engage in gambling.

Indeed a very difficult topic for a lot of people to agree on, since I am against totalitarian ideas and I believe in free will, I stand with the same ideas you stand by.

The abuse of gamble by gamblers has bees the main reason most persons have rather seen gambling as evil or a very bad practice but then if these gamblers were responsible enough I doubt if these people out there would see gamble I'm the worng light and give it such condemnation as it's been given now.

On religious groups the major reason gambling nis usually been something religious bodies and people are against it is because they see it as a means of getting unjustifiable wealth quickly but then they fail to understand that for a professional gambler it's actually a job and they do commit a lot to it before some of them actually turns profitable from it especially when there's some discipline alongside strategy for winning I don't think at that point it should still be seen as a get rich quick scheme without a proper from as to how such wealth was gotten because for some one who has taken a good number of years and time to build such even with gambling didn't do that just quick without hard work

There are several possible reasons to explain the phenomenon of religious people who gamble even though their religions prohibit it. Possible reasons why religious people gamble include:
- Lack of understanding of religion: Some religious people may be unfamiliar with their religion's rulings regarding gambling, and may find it difficult to apply them.
- Weak faith: Some religious people may have weak faith, making them more likely to commit sins.
- Psychological pressures: Some religious people may practice gambling as a way to escape from the daily life psychological pressures they are exposed to.

Crypto is a currency and it serve as a medium of exchange I think and in Islam, using currency to gamble is really bad and a sin before God, there is no way that justify it as a good practice. Gambling doesn't have to be a involvement of currency in Islam before it can be consider as a sin but even advertise it is also a sin. I have seen a Muslim person from this forum that reject a gambling signature because he feels it's sin before his creator and he is a Muslim, he is one of the forum staff I think


It's a sin in Islam to gambling. You what? Islam is a religion that is following the teaching of prophet mamad and not for Man to manipulate, if it's not allow then it's not allow.


Gambling is a sin before Allah subhana watala, there is no.way you will want to justify gambling Islam and anyone that practised it know this but God is a not a man. People who are Muslim that love gambling will gamble and nothing will happen, everyone will go and report to his creator one day.

As always, a sensitive topic if it's related to religion. It's always about the division of people and beliefs if it's going to be regard on this matter.

The popular opinion is going to be it's always against the teachings of any religion. But anyone can start a religion nowadays and make their own belief that shall be followed by its followers.

But for the peace of mind someone, you do what you want to do without thinking if it's allowed or not. So, basically it is you that's going to judge your actions whether they're good or bad.

When you say that something is Haram, then it is Haram. And whoever acts and does the sinful deeds will have to pay for its consequences in the life hereafter. This is not so simple that your religion prohibits gambling and you start to find excuses to make it lawful. If you belong to a religion that prohibits gambling like Islam, then even if the state allows gambling or you find the majority of the people to gamble, it does not become an excuse for you to gamble also.

If a handful of people do not gamble only because their religion prohibits it, then it is good for them in the world after this and it will make their life peaceful and also they will be blessed ones. The religion is the most important thing but very few people realize this in this modern digitial world.

Bruh.. what's considered haram is the act of gambling and the games, not the balance you use to play. Even if you bet on something other than money, it's still considered haram in Islam, and probably in other religions too.

Many people violate religious prohibitions these days, either out of boredom or because sinful things seem more enjoyable. If you find yourself getting too deep into the dark side, it might be time to start considering a balance between religious devotion and a life filled with sins.

I don't think the discussion is meant to point fingers and oust those who are found to gamble but as a smart discussion to draw the line between what's halal and what's haram in the Muslim Religious' context. Like for example a lot of these aforementioned Muslims gamble using crypto and are using crypto for other stuff that they would otherwise consider "haram" since it's not explicitly stated in the Quran and by their Sheikhs to be specifically illegal or whatnot. There's a healthy discussion to be had in this case, and I think knowing what it really falls under is something that they need to get a hold of as soon as possible so they can be prepared for when crypto really sinks its claws in our society.

Personally, and I know this doesn't mean that much since it doesn't come from someone of Islamic descent, but I think the use of crypto to facilitate such acts that you guys would otherwise claim to be "haram" is still considered haram regardless. It's like using a different currency, like the peso instead of the dollar, which at the end of the day renders you still liable to the consequences of such acts that are against your belief system. Would you eat pork bought using crypto? I don't think so. Would you work on hours of praying if you're getting paid in crypto anyway? I don't think so as well. It's just that easy to understand.

Of course religion also prohibits it, this is not without reason behind this prohibition. Because let alone gambling, even overeating, religion strongly discourages it. What is clear is that religion prohibits gambling, because gambling can cause harm, which can not only harm oneself, but also the people around it who will be affected. And it's enough here for us to discuss religion and gambling, because these are rules and regulations that cannot be changed by humans. And of course, as ordinary humans, we cannot justify what is haram and vice versa. And we cannot justify gambling, just because we like it and feel happy when playing it.

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And now let me talk about this. This is regardless of any religion that prohibits gambling. It is not gambling that is wrong, but we are the ones who are wrong in understanding gambling itself. We think that gambling can make us rich and that gambling can multiply the wealth we have. Which ultimately encourages us to behave carelessly by betting with all the money and wealth we have. And that carelessness also leads us to a loss that we regret. So without needing to link gambling to any religion, if it is not done well, then gambling will only cause losses.

Do you still doing gambling? By any chance, I just want to know if you donate the money you won to those people who are more in need? since you said that it is stated in your holy qouran that it is haram, and even if you are not a devout muslim, do you still follow what is stated in the qouran? Now I know, that's why I know other muslims who's every time they win, they give away the money they won or they buy important things instead of saving the money itself, maybe you have the same reasons.

Yes, it should be like that, but the reality is that people already know that their religion prohibits gambling, but they still gamble. They argue that they can control themselves while gambling and they also don't use a lot of money and only use gambling for fun. It will be up to them because everyone will be responsible for their actions.

People who obey the laws of their religion will not want to try things that are prohibited by their religion, including gambling. They can differentiate between what is permitted and what is prohibited by their religion. They know that they will be held responsible later, so they don't want to take any risks. After all, they already have other things that can also give them pleasure. Whatever they do, it will be their responsibility, so they will do things that should not be prohibited by their religion and distance themselves from things prohibited by their religion.

Crypto gambling and religious restrictions damnnn finally there is a thread that discussed about crypto gambling and religion

I am Muslim and gambling is prohibited and it is already written down in the holy Quran Crypto itself is still debated by Muslim scholars, some say that crypto is halal in certain tokens/coins, and some say it is haram too.

but you can say that I am not a devout Muslim. and the money earned from gambling is haram and I saw several articles that, for example, if I win from gambling, I have to donate all the winnings to those who need it more, because even 1 cent is still haram money.

Now I do gamble for fun only and

I committed many sins including the do gambling and I am aware of that.