Chess in the Light of the Jurist (Article)

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Author: Hamza Yusuf

Excerpt: Abū al-Dardā’ RA: “I sometimes use purposeless things to reinvigorate myself for purposeful things.”

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1. Which ruling did the majority of Ḥanbalī scholars and the stronger opinion among Ḥanafī scholars hold regarding playing chess when no gambling is involved?
2. According to Western historical sources cited in the article, where and around when did chess originate?
3. What does the article identify as the strongest proof used by scholars who argue for prohibiting chess (absent gambling)?
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