Do the faithful abstain from gambling during fasting?

[danherbias07]

The problem is, there's more time for people to gamble because they don't have work during this time. Most of them are at home doing nothing. Some may be praying while others do their traditions. But some may be gambling because it will be their free time.
The other problem is that many online gambling sites do not really close their business during those holidays. They kept it open because they know customers will flock on those days where there aren't many things to do, and probably gambling is their next option.

[Dr.Bitcoin_Strange]

Well, during fasting and prayers according some religion, the followers are supposed to stay holy and stay away from any form of distraction that will cause them to sin or do anything that won't make them focus on the activity that is on going.

So, if gambling is actually going to distract a follower from his religious activity during such period, the person will stay off gambling, while those that can still control themselves will probably continue gambling and not abstain. So, to answer the question, it's not all faithful that abstain and it's not also everyone participating in those activities that are faithful.

[KiaKia]

Is gambling an unclean activity?

During fasting I try as much as possible to keep myself clean from some of the unclean things I know I get involved in, and gambling, as far as I know, is not part of them. Aside from not eating and having anything to do with water during that little time, until the fast period is over, I try as much as possible to avoid getting involved in adult play.

Jesus don't directly hate gambling, there is no where in the bible that stated this but the actions of Jesus do shows that he hates everything that fuels gambling like greed, love of money and the desire to get rich quickly.

I believe that Jesus teachings is trying to protect people from destruction because let's be realistic, many gamblers are not even themselves anymore, some of them are just living like dead people walking.

Jesus teachings makes sure it keeps people in the line for repentance, close to God and gambling or greed will likely come between this.

[hyudien]

I think this is a sensitive topic, but if we look further, most religions prohibit gambling or discourage it due to moral issues, so, actually, if someone is devout in their religion, they will not gamble, but we know, and even I myself, whose teachings forbid gambling, honestly gamble because I see gambling as just for fun. And to answer your question, I try as much as possible not to gamble while fasting, yes, although there are times when I break it, it can be said that my gambling is not as active as usual days during fasting.

[hedgeh0g]

I think this is a sensitive topic, but if we look further, most religions prohibit gambling or discourage it due to moral issues, so, actually, if someone is devout in their religion, they will not gamble, but we know, and even I myself, whose teachings forbid gambling, honestly gamble because I see gambling as just for fun. And to answer your question, I try as much as possible not to gamble while fasting, yes, although there are times when I break it, it can be said that my gambling is not as active as usual days during fasting.

I don't think I understand much about religious people, but something tells me that those who are religious shouldn't play during Lent, because it's an important time for them, and gambling can have an overly emotional effect on the player. For example, a player might lose and lose all desire, becoming depressed, which can have a very negative impact. It's better to be fully spiritually engaged in the process of fasting and not let gambling interfere with that. Again, this is my personal opinion, but of course, it's up to each person to decide.

[iv4n]

Do the faithful abstain from gambling during fasting?

We had the same or at least similar threads before... I didn't change my opinion, but now I would like to ask all religious people here: how do you combine your religion with gambling? How are you at peace with yourself when your religion tells you one thing, and you opt for the opposite... 

[Localhostspeed]

Abrahamic religions have a few things in common and one of them is fasting.

For the Muslims there's Ramadan, many Christian denominations observe fasting around Easter and most Jews observe forms of fasting famously during Passover.

I don't know for other religions but as far as Islam is concern, gambling isn't good, it's consider as Haram, there are other things listed together that makes it Haram and forbidden but since this topic is gambling, it's not good for Muslims to practice gambling but people don't care or should I say people don't view it that way but because Ramadan is a soecial months for Muslims, they try as much as possible to avoid it, they want God to accept their prayers.

I do gamble and I don't look at any of this signs, respect to everyone that gamble and highly respect their religions but I  don't think there is anything bad in gambling, not like I have indulge in any criminal activity to feel wayward with gambling. I don't think I have for one time see effect of gambling other the addiction or a person that borrow money to do all of those but that's not an excuse, people borrow money to do what they want to many reasons.

[LUCKMCFLY]

I think something very basic: if a person wants to observe the week, they can; if the person is devout enough, then they don't have to play. But it all depends on the person and how religious they are. It's mostly a religious issue; everyone decides how to act according to their faith. For me, it has nothing to do with it; that's just my personal opinion. I have my own beliefs; I don't need to observe anything, but that's just me.

[bangjoe]

Muslims should not touch gambling at all because it is strictly prohibited there with arguments that have been verified as haram in Islam.

So I think this question does not need to be extended either not in the fasting month or in the fasting month Muslims are prohibited from gambling if they follow their teachings, unless there are naughty violators of the rules that have been applied who continue to gamble, they should focus on worship in the very holy month.

[Obim34]

What's your experience with that.

My experience being around Christians is that during times of celebration it's often seen as another chance to gamble even if it's supposed to be a holy time. So around the time of festivities because of spending more time inside and relaxing I think people actually end up gambling more.

The supposed essence of fasting is to have a quite and commune time with creator, most people don't experience true fasting, it is not starving and abstaining from meals. However, 24hrs cannot be used to observe fasting, gambling within time free isn't a taboo.

I doubt if Christians permit gambling during fasting, most hours are spent together, the remaining hours are spent individually, no body knows how you plan to spend them, either gambling or something more serious. During fasting, those gambling is supposed to spend few hours privately, less work time and lesser free time.

[macson]

If they are devout, even without fasting, they will avoid gambling because the three religions you mentioned strongly discourage gambling --- even Islam clearly states that it is forbidden. So I think that people who understand their religion and are very devout, will avoid gambling because it seems like a activities that goes against their religion. Unless they are people who are indifferent, they will not have a big problem with it, and consider gambling as just entertainment even when they are fasting.

[rachael9385]

The problem is, there's more time for people to gamble because they don't have work during this time. Most of them are at home doing nothing. Some may be praying while others do their traditions. But some may be gambling because it will be their free time.
The other problem is that many online gambling sites do not really close their business during those holidays. They kept it open because they know customers will flock on those days where there aren't many things to do, and probably gambling is their next option.

When people are fasting they don't go to work so one would think that they have a lot of free time to engage in lot of other activities like gambling but that's not really accurate because if they can gamble and do whatever they like it would not be fasting anymore. I don't know about other religions but speaking of mine engaging in gambling while fasting is a taboo.

[Alphakilo]

The problem is, there's more time for people to gamble because they don't have work during this time. Most of them are at home doing nothing. Some may be praying while others do their traditions. But some may be gambling because it will be their free time.
The other problem is that many online gambling sites do not really close their business during those holidays. They kept it open because they know customers will flock on those days where there aren't many things to do, and probably gambling is their next option.

When people are fasting they don't go to work so one would think that they have a lot of free time to engage in lot of other activities like gambling but that's not really accurate because if they can gamble and do whatever they like it would not be fasting anymore. I don't know about other religions but speaking of mine engaging in gambling while fasting is a taboo.

For one, people do go to work during fasting periods but they are advised to not be too engaged so as to conserve energy. For those who stay at home or have free time during the fasting periods, be it from whatever religion you belong, I think the matter of gambling is dependent on ones perspective. This is more of a case of morality versus religion and taking a side, actually shows which you actually belong to, not necessarily because you do gamble or not gamble during fasting.

[Ronsbit]

I think something very basic: if a person wants to observe the week, they can; if the person is devout enough, then they don't have to play. But it all depends on the person and how religious they are. It's mostly a religious issue; everyone decides how to act according to their faith. For me, it has nothing to do with it; that's just my personal opinion. I have my own beliefs; I don't need to observe anything, but that's just me.

Just as you have said, it is only a devoted person who can be able to fully observe religious rites as accordingly as not everyone can be able to do that. It all depends on an individual's stand, and that is what we are actually looking at here. People who seek fun at such a period in time are likely not too into religious things, though, as they are not worried about matters as it pertains to religion, all they care about is just them having fun, and that's it, nothing attached.

[Jubilee58]

Abrahamic religions have a few things in common and one of them is fasting.

For the Muslims there's Ramadan, many Christian denominations observe fasting around Easter and most Jews observe forms of fasting famously during Passover.

For most people adhering to a certain faith fasting is also seen as an opportunity to be more pious and also let go of sinful habits and behaviours. So the question that's worth asking is if people who usually gamble will abruptly stop during the time that they fast.

What's your experience with that.

My experience being around Christians is that during times of celebration it's often seen as another chance to gamble even if it's supposed to be a holy time. So around the time of festivities because of spending more time inside and relaxing I think people actually end up gambling more.

Gambling is not a religious exercise, therefore while on fasting, it is necessary you abstain from gambling and focus on your fasting. Fasting is a religious duty, the sole purpose is to seek the face of God and during this time your activities and even your behaviour is surposed to be sacred. We have addicted gamblers, this set of people can gamble any day and anytime. They don't know the right time to gamble. Some of them gamble while traveling, they gamble while working, and even gamble during religious activities and honestly, such people are not faithful to God as they are meant to stay away from certain activities during this fasting exercise.

[Slow death]

The world has changed a lot, people have evolved, and each year science is dethroning religion, and eventually there will be fewer religious people, and the church will have to adapt to the new times. For example, eventually religion will have to speak well of gambling. I remember that until a few years ago there was a religion that prohibited blood donation because it said it was a sin. But nowadays they allow it. That is, did they speak to God to ask Him to allow it, or were these ideas always just ideas that came from their heads, and since science has evolved so much, they no longer have a choice but to accept it?

Gambling is no different from other forms of entertainment, so if this idea that gambling is a sin means that all sports and all jobs would also be classified as sins, because people work to earn a salary. Honestly, I prefer to be neutral. I'm not in either religion. But I believe in the existence of God and in science; I just don't believe in those who claim to be God's representatives and interpret the Bible however they want, always distorting things to their advantage.

[icebar]

Abrahamic religions have a few things in common and one of them is fasting.

For the Muslims there's Ramadan, many Christian denominations observe fasting around Easter and most Jews observe forms of fasting famously during Passover.

For most people adhering to a certain faith fasting is also seen as an opportunity to be more pious and also let go of sinful habits and behaviours. So the question that's worth asking is if people who usually gamble will abruptly stop during the time that they fast.

We say that gambling is a center of entertainment. When a religious festival starts, people take a break from their work, and they try to use that time very well. If gambling is considered a field of enjoyment, then there is nothing wrong in gambling at that time. Because gambling can also provide some additional excitement at that time which the gambler can achieve very well. I think that religious issues should never be mixed with gambling. It is better not to consider it with religion and make it controversial.

[Davidvictorson]

What's your experience with that.

My experience being around Christians is that during times of celebration it's often seen as another chance to gamble even if it's supposed to be a holy time. So around the time of festivities because of spending more time inside and relaxing I think people actually end up gambling more.

During fasting people who practice that religion are expected to abstain from any hedonistic desire- gambling is not an exception.
Anyone who doesn’t abstain during this period is not a true practitioner of the religion.
During festivals which is literally celebration, people give into their desires and gambling without any guilt because they believe it is a celebratory period.

[Achalugo BTC]

The problem is, there's more time for people to gamble because they don't have work during this time. Most of them are at home doing nothing. Some may be praying while others do their traditions. But some may be gambling because it will be their free time.
The other problem is that many online gambling sites do not really close their business during those holidays. They kept it open because they know customers will flock on those days where there aren't many things to do, and probably gambling is their next option.

You are right though, as for me, I don't judge or query them their faith, as far as they are doing it moderating, because maintaining that habit keeps them away from any chances that will lead them into becoming addicted to gambling, also will it will help them to maintain responsible gambling by setting up time for themselves to engage in gambling and know when to focus in other activities that will impact their positively.

[Agbamoni]

What's your experience with that.

My experience being around Christians is that during times of celebration it's often seen as another chance to gamble even if it's supposed to be a holy time. So around the time of festivities because of spending more time inside and relaxing I think people actually end up gambling more.

This is my first time hearing about the Abrahamic religion. Did I pronounce it correctly? Yeah, so I have never been around people who practise a religion under the Christian religion.

Im a Christian and I also gamble in times of fasting. It is not a sin against God. At least, no verse in the bible says so. But it is a sin to gamble in the house of God.