In the name of Allah, the Most Gracious, the Most Merciful. May Allah bless Muhammad and the family of Muhammad and hasten their noble return. I read a fatwa from the esteemed leader, may Allah protect him, prohibiting Tatbir, stating that it undermines the sect. If the principle states that it undermines the sect, can a person perform Tatbir in a way that no one sees it? The second question is about mourning for the tragedy of the Ahlulbayt, especially for Imam Hussein (peace be upon him). There is a video of Sayyid Hakim, may Allah have mercy on him, reading the tragedy of Hussein until he reached a point where he could no longer bear it and began to strike his hand on his head, as if he could no longer control himself. Is this the highest form of mourning, or is there something higher, or is this not mourning at all and is there an issue with it? I hope for an answer with evidence from the words of the pure progeny, peace be upon them all. Peace be upon you and Allah's mercy and blessings.
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1 Answer
1) The prohibition of Tatbir applies even if it is done in secret, as it is considered a form of self-harm and undermines the dignity of the sect. The principle is that any act that undermines the sect is prohibited, regardless of whether it is done publicly or privately.
2) Mourning for the tragedy of the Ahlulbayt is a deeply emotional response, and there are various levels of mourning. The act of striking oneself in grief, as demonstrated by Sayyid Hakim, can be seen as a profound expression of sorrow. However, it is essential to ensure that such expressions do not lead to harm or violate the principles of the faith.
For further reading, refer to the sources: Fatwas on Mourning + The Importance of Mourning in Islam