A sixth-grade student is studying from leaked electronic private lessons provided by a well-known teacher. After reaching about half of the material, the teacher stated in the last lecture that those who watch it are not absolved of responsibility. The student notes that the person who published the lectures bought them and shared them on a website. What is the ruling if she continues to watch the lectures knowing that the teacher does not absolve her of responsibility?
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Peace be upon you and God's mercy and blessings.
Grand Ayatollah Sayyid Sistani (may God protect him):
There is no effect of his approval or disapproval except within the framework of laws that regulate the rights of authors and publishers, which must be endorsed by the legitimate authority.
It should be noted that His Eminence does not permit violating the laws mentioned that are followed in Islamic countries.
Furthermore, it is not permissible if it involves acting upon his property, such as if the lecture is recorded on a disc owned by the lecturer, for example.
Grand Ayatollah Sayyid Khamenei (may God protect him):
It is strongly recommended not to use intellectual products without the permission of their owners or knowledge of their approval, even in the case presented.
Source: Special inquiry.
May you be successful in all good.