Three, four packs of alcohol are halal, Mufti Qavi’s remarks go viral

Religious scholar Mufti Abdul Qavi stirred debate online after claiming that alcohol is not entirely haram (forbidden) in Islam. Instead, he argued that consuming alcohol in excessive amounts to the point of intoxication is what is prohibited.

A recently circulated video showed Mufti Qavi responding to a question regarding the Islamic stance on alcohol and whether he believes it is halal (permissible) to consume.

In response, Mufti Qavi compared alcohol consumption to other widely accepted habits among Muslims, such as tobacco use.

“Millions of Muslims use tobacco, and it is not considered haram for them. Naswar is popular among Pathans,” he said, adding, “So why are three or four packs of alcohol considered haram for us?”

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He maintained that the Quran prohibits “Khumar-e-Aqal” (intoxication of intellect) and emphasised that the holy book advises believers to preserve their intellect and speech.

According to him, alcohol becomes haram only when consumed in large quantities that lead to intoxication and loss of consciousness, rendering a person unaware of their words and actions.

Mufti Qavi further explained that wine, which he associates with the term khamr mentioned in the Quran, is haram, but alcohol is also commonly found in medicines.

He noted that during the COVID-19 pandemic, people frequently used alcohol-based sanitizers and then offered prayers without issue.

He also mentioned that alcohol is a major component in many homeopathic medicines.

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“Three to four packs of alcohol are halal unless they affect your mental state and lead to intoxication,” he claimed.

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While the majority of Islamic scholars agree that alcohol is haram in all forms, some clerics argue that the primary concern in the Quran is intoxication, not the substance itself.

Islam prohibits alcohol due to its ability to undermine intellect and destroy moral values, ultimately harming the individual and society. The Quran condemns intoxicants in several verses. In Surah Al-Baqarah Allah says

“O believers! Intoxicants, gambling, idols, and drawing lots for decisions are all evil of Satan’s handiwork. So shun them so you may be successful.” (Quran 2:219 5:90)

In Surah Al-Ma'idah, the Quran further states,  “They ask you [O Prophet] about intoxicants and gambling. Say, ‘There is great evil in both, as well as some benefit for people—but the evil outweighs the benefit.’” (Quran 5:90)