Question
Reference number: 309482 | Miscellaneous | Feb. 11, 2020
What is the rule on playing cards just to have fun?
Answer
Praise Be to Allah and Peace Be Upon His Messenger.
To entertain oneself after being committed to doing hard work is acceptable. Thus, playing cards just to refresh enjoy some time with your friends is not prohibited as long as gambling is not included at all. Moreover, it should not lead to any misbehavior or quarrels, and it should not make you forget or ignore your religious duties. Otherwise, it is considered haram. In addition, you should not spend much time playing cards; instead, I recommend that you invest some time doing what is good and beneficial.