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Anasheed (Arabic: singular نشيد Nasheed, plural أناشيد Anaasheed; also spelt Nasyid in Malaysia and Indonesia; ilahi in Turkish; Naat in Pakistan), is Islamic vocal music that is either sung a cappella or accompanied by percussion instruments such as the daff. In general, Islamic anasheed does not contain lamellaphone instruments, string instruments, or wind and brass instruments, although digital remastering—either to mimic percussion instruments or create overtones—is permitted. This is because some Muslim scholars interpret Islam as prohibiting the use of musical instruments except for some basic percussion.

Anasheeds are popular throughout the Islamic world. The material and lyrics of anasheed usually make reference to Islamic beliefs, history, and religion, as well as current events. Nasheeds are also popular among Sufis.^[1]

Some Ulema argue that the use of musical instruments is implicitly prohibited in the Ahadith. The founders of all four of the major madhabs—schools of thought in Islam—as well as many other prominent scholars, have debated the legitimacy and use of musical instruments. One such example of the scholars' opinions is of the famous Muslim scholar, Abu Hanifa, according to whose madhab, the Hanafi madhab, if a person is known to listen to such forbidden musical instruments, their testimony is not to be accepted. Another Islamic scholar, Ibn Taymiyyah, once said that music is like alcohol to the soul.^[2] A majority of Muslim scholars traditionally have held that music with all its instruments are Haraam: forbidden by the hadith, as well as by tradition.^{[citation needed]} . An interesting issue is raised in the controversial movie 'Khuda Key Liye' (released 2007) Khuda Kay Liye, in which the issue is debated but not fully proven.

The only instrument commonly used in Anasheeds is the duff, which is a small hand drum, similar in size to a tambourine, but lacking bells.^{[citation needed]}.

Prohibition in the Qur’an[link]

It is stated in the Qur'an that

And of mankind is he who purchases Laghwal Hadith to mislead (men) from the Path of Allâh without knowledge, and takes it (Verses of the Qur'ân) by way of mockery. For such there will be a humiliating torment (in the Hell-fire).^[3]

Some of the closest companions of Muhammad, namely Abdullah ibn Abbas and Abdullah ibn Mas'ud, state in their Tafsirs (commentaries on the Qur’an) that “Laghwal Hadith” mentioned in the above verse of Qur’an “.. is singing”.^{[citation needed]} In particular, it is reported that Abd Allah ibn Mas'ud used to "swear by Allah and say that idle talk is singing."^[4]

In addition to this basic evidence, both Sunni and Shi'ite scholars cite several other passages from the Qu'ran as evidence for the prohibition of musical instruments.^{[citation needed]}

Prohibition in the Hadith[link]

According to the authentic collection of Sunni Islam, Muhammad said that musical instruments are sinful:

“Narrated Abu 'Amir or Abu Malik Al-Ash'ari (a companion of Muhammad) that he heard the Prophet saying, "From among my followers there will be some people who will consider illegal sexual intercourse, the wearing of silk, the drinking of alcoholic drinks and the use of musical instruments, as lawful”.^[5]

Prohibition in Islamic tradition[link]

Apart from the evidence that Sunni scholars draw out from the Qur’an and Hadith, many Islamic scholars throughout Muslim history have agreed that every type of music and musical instruments is Haraam. These scholars include the four imams, namely Imam Abu Hanifa, Imam Malik, Imam Shafi'i and Imam Ahmad ibn Hanbal.^[6]

See also [link]

	Islam portal
	Music portal

References [link]

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Ahmed Abdur Rahman Bukhatir (Arabic: أحمدعبدالرحمن بوخاطر‎) (born 16 October 1975) is an Emirati Nasheed singer. Ahmed started Islamic recitations at a very early age. However, it was not until 2000 he released his first album Entasaf Al-Layl followed by six more albums, most recent being Moments with Allah which was released in August 2010.

Biography[link]

Ahmed Bukhatir was born in Sharjah, United Arab Emirates in 1975 to an influential family in Sharjah, UAE.^{[citation needed]} In 2000, Ahmed launched his first official album Entasaf Al-Layl and started gaining popularity for his voice.

Ahmed continues to sing without musical instruments according to the islamic Shariah.

His live performances have attracted sizeable audiences, such as at a Global Peace and Unity (GPU) event in the United Kingdom in 2006 that gained an audience of 35,000 attendees to see the various speakers and performers.

He has participated in many charity events including the Muslim Aid Event in London, United Kingdom, in 2010.^[1] Ahmed continues to deliver the message of Islam through his voice to the world. Along with Islamic nasheeds, Ahmed also performs nasheeds which place emphasis on community issues in every society.^[2]

Business career[link]

Ahmed Bukhatir graduated in 1999 from Al Ain University of Science and Technology. He currently chairs his own group consisting of companies in different fields in the business world. He is also a member of the board of Directors in the Bukhatir Group. He was also appointed by the Ruler of Sharjah to become a member of Sharjah Council as a senator.^[3][4]

Discography[link]

Ahmed Bukhatir has released many albums covering many topics that include Islam and community issues.

• 2000: Entasaf Al-Layl
• 2001: Al Quds Tunadeena
• 2003: Fartaqi
• 2004: Samtan
• 2005: Da'ani
• 2007: Hasanat
• 2010: Moments with Allah

[edit] Moments with Allah

Ahmed Bukhatir's latest album, Moments with Allah, was released in August 2010. It consists of ten nasheeds of which six are in Arabic, three in English and one (his first ever) in French. The album was sponsored by Du Telecom of UAE, of which Ahmed Bukhatir was announced as the Ambassador of Du.^[5]

Bukhatir's latest video clip is "Moth Arafto Allah Rabi", which was shot in Cairo, Egypt in June 2010. It was directed by Ahmed Abdul Baset. The clip features Ahmed in a new look; not wearing the Emirati traditional dress.^[6]

Track listing

Performances & concerts[link]

Ahmed first performed at a major concert in 2002. It was attended by members of the Royal Families of UAE.^[7] He performed at the "Holy Qura'an" competition attended by H.H. Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum and Sheikh Abdul Rahman Al Sudais.^[8][9] Following his successful home concerts, Ahmed performed in various countries around the world including India, South Africa, Australia and, most notably, at the Global Peace and Unity event which was held in London, United Kingdom, in 2006.^[10]

Bukhatir performed in London at the Muslim Aid 25th Anniversary Event which was attended by notable guests from the United Kingdom and the Arab world.^[11]

On 3 July 2010, Ahmed performed at the "Journey of Faith" 3rd Annual “Journey of Faith” Conference which was held in Toronto, Canada. This was the first time Ahmed had performed across the Atlantic.^[12]

Global Peace and Unity[link]

On 23 October 2010, Ahmed performed again performed at a Global Peace and Unity event at the London Excel Hall, London, United Kingdom. With an audience over the weekend of 50,000 people attending the seminars, art shows, exhibitions and various performances, Ahmed performed on the weekend of 23 and 24 October.^[13]

References[link]

External links[link]

• Official website