Is Gambing Halal or Haram According to Jewish Or Christian Faith?

[Oshosondy]

There is a chapter that mentioned, it's wrong in the bible. I remember a pastor who said it to me a long time ago but it's not really clear if it's what it means you may be interested to read it.

Proverbs 1:14. Cast in thy lot among us; let us all have one purse:

Before you arrive at this Proverbs 1:14, you should first start reading from Proverbs 1:10 because that's when it says it's not good to follow what others do. How we interpret these words is just like how and what we want to hear.

What your pastor is only referring to is that what others are doing, you should not do it, if you know it is not good and can lead wrong doing, which is indirectly pointing to anything they think is not good, that is what pastors and scholars would point to as I have talked about it before, but no where in the bible to says gambling is a sin.

Proverbs chapter 1 verses 8 to 19 is about warning against enticement, it has nothing to do with gambling. What is in the bible is the love of money that can lead to evil, there is nowhere in the bible I have seen that bible against gambling when no where that bible refers to it to be bad or not. What I can only say is that pastors, parents, elders and scholars will point to how gambling can lead to addiction and how it can lead to wrong thinking and behavior, which are all right and a lesson for people not to gamble or becoming addicted.

[Beparanf]

In Christianity, there is no where gambling is mentioned in the bible that it is a sin. In the church, pastor will not even want to talk about gambling. But if a pastor is asked if gambling is a sin, he would say the love of money is the root of all evil and uses some chapters in the bible to discourage you which can be followed with some practical examples of how some people lost to gambling. All he will be pointing to is that it is better not to gamble.

But not where in the bible that gambling is referred to as a sin in christianity.

In addition to this. The effect of gambling on peoples life is the real sin and not the gambling itself. Gambling usually result to addiction that always cause problem in the family in terms of relation and money when the user is lose.

I have this kind of struggle too on my faith but I realized that you can’t have sin by doing gambling if you will do it moderately that you can’t your daily life or your family. I do casual bets on sportsbook and slots for a chance to increase my money and have fun but that’s it. I didn’t aim to become rich on gambling so that I can control myself on how much I can risk on gambling.

Investment is risky and also with the aim to become quick rick but how come it’s not wrong while it has same definition of the bible about avoiding to aim for quick rich or love of money.

[coin-investor]

In the Christian version of Haram, it's forbidden, forbidden if your end goal is to make money out of it and become your source of income and spend all your money here, but we all know Christians' outlook on gambling is very liberal if you go to the extreme it is considered a sin and it's forbidden to go extreme but if you treat it as entertainment and moderate it and treat it as a game then it is not considered a sin, as nowhere in the bible says that its a sin only when you take it to the extreme it becomes forbidden.

[acroman08]

I know that this is very silly and religious question but I think that this should be Discussed.
According to me, As I am Muslim, Gambling is Haram and there are very reasons behind this. And also I do not much about another religions. But if someone has knowledge about that if Gambling is allowed or prohibited in Jewish or Christ Faith. And I think many people have many mind sets.

I grew up in a Catholic family(which is the prominent religion in my country) the religion considers gambling a sin but I know Christians also consider gambling as a sin. the funny thing is despite my family being "religious" they sure love gambling and even influenced their kids into gambling.

anyway, this kind of topic(regarding religion and gambling) has been talked about a lot here on this board.

I do not want to hurt someone's feeling by talking about Religious Comments.

if I were you I wouldn't worry about that. people here are usually pretty open to any discussion and if there is someone who is offended it is on them.

[SquallLeonhart]

According to me, As I am Muslim, Gambling is Haram and there are very reasons behind this. And also I do not much about another religions. But if someone has knowledge about that if Gambling is allowed or prohibited in Jewish or Christ Faith. And I think many people have many mind sets.

Come out of religious belief. What your religion will do with your losses and frustrating moments of gambling. If gambling is not prohibited in one religion means that religion followers are safe to consequences of gambling? I mean the gambling must be treated as sin by all the human because it is really injurious to our wealth and health. Do not mind about what your religion is saying about anything but approach things in scientific and by morale way; I am not talking about only gambling but all the aspects of human life.

If snake's venom is poisonous to human means why no religion things are not applied here? Similarly, something is harmful (proven by science or experience) then it is applicable to all human and not limited to religion facts.

(I am not atheist but I hate dividing people in the name religions).

[Fivestar4everMVP]

But not where in the bible that gambling is referred to as a sin in christianity.

Well, I can categorically tell you that gambling is a sin in Christianity if you know your Bible, the Bible does not have to categorically tell us that gambling is a sin, same way there are many sins in the world today that the Bible does not speak particularly of.

As a Christian, knowing how the Bible is written will help us understand many things which are hidden from the eyes, in the Bible, there are words that don't mean what your mind tell you they mean, God sometimes speak in parable, is up to us to use our brain to know the meaning..

Gambling overtime leads to loses and many other mishaps/sins like greed, addiction, stealing, envy, jealousy, hatred, loss of trust and faith in God etc.
How can a habit that leads to all those types of chief sins not be a sin in it self.?

Am still a gambler anyway, but I can't hide the truth solely because am a gambler, God will punish me if I do.

[Cling18]

But not where in the bible that gambling is referred to as a sin in christianity.

Well, I can categorically tell you that gambling is a sin in Christianity if you know your Bible, the Bible does not have to categorically tell us that gambling is a sin, same way there are many sins in the world today that the Bible does not speak particularly of.

As a Christian, knowing how the Bible is written will help us understand many things which are hidden from the eyes, in the Bible, there are words that don't mean what your mind tell you they mean, God sometimes speak in parable, is up to us to use our brain to know the meaning..

Gambling overtime leads to loses and many other mishaps/sins like greed, addiction, stealing, envy, jealousy, hatred, loss of trust and faith in God, etc.
How can a habit that leads to all those types of chief sins not be a sin in itself.?

Am still a gambler anyway, but I can't hide the truth solely because am a gambler, God will punish me if I do.

It is written in the bible that gambling could ruin one's reputation but as for me, such a thing could only happen if you're an irresponsible and undisciplined gambler. Money is the root of all evil but that could also happen if we fill our lives with greed and too much love of money to the extent that we're sinning just to have it. Gambling has all the temptations but if we have the right mindset and self-control, we can get rid of making mistakes and commiting sin because of it.

[alegotardo]

I know that this is very silly and religious question but I think that this should be Discussed.
According to me, As I am Muslim, Gambling is Haram and there are very reasons behind this. And also I do not much about another religions. But if someone has knowledge about that if Gambling is allowed or prohibited in Jewish or Christ Faith. And I think many people have many mind sets.
I do not want to hurt someone's feeling by talking about Religious Comments.

Brazil is a country of Christian majority, and the belief is that this is one of the main reasons why casinos are still banned there.

In fact, the Christian Bible does not say anything specifically about gambling, perhaps because it did not even exist at the time, however, it does say that we must be careful with our money and never be controlled by addiction. The bible also says that all money that is dishonestly earned is not pleasing to God.

The fact is that gambling is not a problem. There are many games of chance that can be played without using money, just for fun among friends or for some reason that is beneficial to someone or society (the church itself promotes games with real money).

The problem is in the intention that leads a person to play, because if it's for money:

For the love of money is a root of all kinds of evil. Some people, eager for money, have wandered from the faith and pierced themselves with many griefs.
1 Timothy 6:10

 

[Rruchi man]

In Christianity, there is no where gambling is mentioned in the bible that it is a sin.

I am a Christian, and our interpretations of the bible can be different. The bible doesn't mention all the things we consider as sin today. It did not openly condemn some activities, it also did not endorse some activities. What the bible preaches that I know is moderation. Personally the activity of gambling itself is not sin, the addiction to it is what I consider to be sin. The loss of self control to the extent that it begins to affect your decision making is what I consider sin.

[Renampun]

I know that this is very silly and religious question but I think that this should be Discussed.
According to me, As I am Muslim, Gambling is Haram and there are very reasons behind this.

I know that in Islam, gambling is unlawful and the majority of my friends who are devout Muslims have never gambled even the slightest bit.

And also I do not much about another religions. But if someone has knowledge about that if Gambling is allowed or prohibited in Jewish or Christ Faith. And I think many people have many mind sets.
I do not want to hurt someone's feeling by talking about Religious Comments.

it's good if you ask a question like this because of your ignorance of other religions so you don't make a bad opinion. I am a Christian and of course, Christianity prohibits gambling because of the huge impact that gambling will have on a person's personal and social life. I hope my answer satisfies your curiosity.

[swogerino]

I know that this is very silly and religious question but I think that this should be Discussed.
According to me, As I am Muslim, Gambling is Haram and there are very reasons behind this. And also I do not much about another religions. But if someone has knowledge about that if Gambling is allowed or prohibited in Jewish or Christ Faith. And I think many people have many mind sets.
I do not want to hurt someone's feeling by talking about Religious Comments.

I think in every religion the fact that you want to make easy money by bypassing the norms which is to work 9-5 in every religion both in Islam,Christianity and Jewish religions is considered a sin.However I don't see nothing wrong in a person not wanting to work 9-5 and trying his luck by gambling to win a huge jackpot,this person though should know that chances are slim when you want to go out of the crowd that works 9-5,I also in church have never witnessed a priest who talks about gambling in general,I don't know about Jewish but I think it should be the same.

No one should be hurt in feeling as we live in free worlds,democracies and everybody is free to choose whatever he thinks is right for himself,of course in gambling he should know the bad consequences.

[coinerer]

None of the religion encourages any bad act which can be harmful for the mankind. I have never read any other holy book other than Quran but I believe more or less every holy book would direct people to live an honest life and wouldn't harm other people by any means.
Gambling is Haram in Islam and of course there must be a reason behind that. I believe it should be discouraged in any other religion for sure.

As a gambler loses his money against his will in gambling, it is a great loss for him . And all religions advise their followers to lead a healthy and beautiful life as you said earlier . And gambling makes a person unable to live his normal life.  For example, when a person becomes addicted to gambling, that person begins to deviate from his normal behavior and at one point he loses everything and becomes completely sober. So gambling is a bad addiction and a harmful place for people.  So I don't think any religion supports gambling as halal

[bitcampaign]

you may need someone who can explain this elsewhere for example certain religious preachers for example on youtube, I'm not sure you will get a satisfactory answer in this forum, maybe to discuss it is no problem but if asked for good or bad income it depends on your own views , my religion also prohibits gambling, therefore I am not a gambling addict, only sometimes I often play gambling when there is extra money, that's all

[electronicash]

we all know within our self that gambling is not something to be proud of but its now a way to show your success to friends though.
its not enjoyable to see yourself watching sports on tv without something to expect if your team won.

are we going to stop gambling if the bible and quran says gambling is forbidden?  lets just ask forgiveness after winning. 

[panganib999]

I know that this is very silly and religious question but I think that this should be Discussed.
According to me, As I am Muslim, Gambling is Haram and there are very reasons behind this. And also I do not much about another religions. But if someone has knowledge about that if Gambling is allowed or prohibited in Jewish or Christ Faith. And I think many people have many mind sets.
I do not want to hurt someone's feeling by talking about Religious Comments.

I think the matter of whether the act of gambling is a sin or not in the Judeo-Christian Faith lies on the fact that some Christians condone the act of gambling, as it is adjacent to the act of worshipping money, something that the Messiah entirely antagonized during one of his lessons. But some of these new-founded congregations seem to be lenient in the act of gambling and does not see it as a grave sin as it was back then. Anyhow, church leaders are tight-lipped in this matter, especially because if they say it's because money is the root of all evil, they'd make it as if they are outing themselves as evil organizations that profit from the pockets of their followers. So for the Judeo-Christian faith, there's really a complicated discussion for whether gambling is bad and should not be done.

[FanEagle]

Well, gambling itself is not, but greed is. Which means if you are gambling for a charity lets say, and if you lose your money it goes to charity, and if you win then it still goes to charity and that's it, then I am guessing that it is not going to be a sin, but if you gamble regularly like we do, for money, to earn money, that is greed and that is a sin.

There are 7 deadly sins as we all know and you could put many of them on gambling easily, which shows you that it is a sin. The act itself is not, the feeling of it when you commit the act is the real sin. This is why I am pretty sure that it is a sin in all known religious because it doesn't bring out the best in people, even if not the act, then the emotions.

[darkangel11]

In Christianity gambling is wrong as it opposes the bible's teaching. If you look at 1 Timothy 6:10 "For the love of money is a root of all kinds of evils". As our preacher explains gambling leads you to be greedy. It can be associated with one's compulsion in gambling, or gambling addiction.

If you were to follow that part you wouldn't invest in bitcoin, because I feel like we all do it for the love of money

IMO we shouldn't be limited by religion. It's role is to make us feel good about our human mistakes and downfalls. It's not meant to make us vulnerable and being afraid to offend GOD is making yourself vulnerable.
Therefore if anything is halal of haram it should only be considered a guidance, not a rule.

[Viscore]

In Christianity, there is no where gambling is mentioned in the bible that it is a sin. In the church, pastor will not even want to talk about gambling. But if a pastor is asked if gambling is a sin, he would say the love of money is the root of all evil and uses some chapters in the bible to discourage you which can be followed with some practical examples of how some people lost to gambling. All he will be pointing to is that it is better not to gamble.

But not where in the bible that gambling is referred to as a sin in christianity.

Gambling is not really condemned as a sin in Christians but as a Christian, the love of money and the attempts of getting rich quick is always discourage since it will lead to committing crimes in the long run. And since gambling focuses on money and how to gained more of it, so priests and pastors always discourage the people to stay away from gambling as it’s a clear manifestation for the love of money.

[lovesmayfamilis]

Any religion tries to protect people from all sorts of passions. Gambling, although not condemned, can lead a person to sin. A person overwhelmed by greed will not be able to stop in time in the game. This results in various kinds of crimes, whether it is the complete sale of one's property for the sake of continuing the game or an act associated with theft, and maybe even killing other people.
Therefore, all religions teach us meekness, patience, and prudence. I do not think that this list can include participation in gambling.

[Vaskiy]

In Christianity gambling is wrong as it opposes the bible's teaching. If you look at 1 Timothy 6:10 "For the love of money is a root of all kinds of evils". As our preacher explains gambling leads you to be greedy. It can be associated with one's compulsion in gambling, or gambling addiction.

These are connections and it doesn't indicate gambling. Money is the root for all evils, because when people go behind money they get involved in all things that shouldn't be done. The verse from the book of Timothy fits for everything.

In John 2:16, going over to the people who sold doves, he told them, “Get these things out of here. Stop turning my Father’s house into a marketplace!” Does that mean he's against trading.