Makruh

Sometimes, certain things have both possibilities. According to certain proof, it gives the impression that it must be Haraam and according to some proofs, it appears to be Halaal. If there is more proof that it is Haraam, it means that it is closer to Haraam. Such a degree of prohibition is called / termed as Makruh Tahreemi.

If there are more proofs that it is Halaal, it means that it is closer to Halaal. Such a degree of prohibition is called Makruh Tanzeehi.

According to a Hadith reported by Hazrat Nu’maan Bin Bashir (Radiyallahu Anhu) that is found in Saheeh Bukhari, Saheeh Muslim and other books of Hadith, Rasulullah (Sallallaahu Alaihi Wasallam) has recommended us to refrain from doubtful things because this is a means to preserve the Deen and the honour of a person. And there is a high probability of falling into Haraam which is categorical if one does not take precautions regarding such things. That is why we should also refrain from Makruh Tahreemi and Makruh Tanzeehi if we really want to preserve ourselves from Haraam. In this way, refraining from Makruh Tahreemi and Makruh Tanzeehi will be a barrier which will protect us from committing Haraam.

[English version of "Makrouh" – Al Jamiat – Vol.3 No.5]