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Adverse Quote by Ali Khamenei

“It is haram [religiously forbidden] to use narcotics in any way because it results in considerable adverse effects in terms of personal health and social cost. By the same token, it is haram to deal in narcotics in any way, i.e., carrying, transporting, storing, selling, buying, etc.” quote by Ali Khamenei
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“It is haram [religiously forbidden] to use narcotics in any way because it results in considerable adverse effects in terms of personal health and social cost. By the same token, it is haram to deal in narcotics in any way, i.e., carrying, transporting, storing, selling, buying, etc.”

Ali Khamenei

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Source Speech: Religious edicts by Ali Khamenei, 2010

Using narcotics is forbidden because it harms health and imposes social costs; dealing with them is equally prohibited.

In simple terms: Narcotics harm health and society, so they are forbidden.

Key Takeaway

Avoid narcotics and related activities.

Themes

health ethics law society

Mood

concerned serious

Type

ethical religious

When to use this quote

  • personal health decisions
  • community policy
  • law enforcement
  • addiction treatment

Key Concepts

Islamic jurisprudence public health moral responsibility

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do cultural attitudes shape drug policies?
  • Can alternative treatments reduce demand?
A Different Perspective

Enforcement varies across regions, and some argue for harm‑reduction approaches.

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