IS PROM WORTH GOING?

even if u r muslim like i am you can still go. you don't have to have a date. some of the people i know just went together as friends

Originally posted by: pj04

why not go to prom....it is a funparty...a way to say goodbye to your classmates...generally have a good time.if date is an issue...go with a friend or in a group(break the mold so as to speak). also any bitchiness should not bother you...this maybe the last time you will probably see a lot of them in your life(so why bother about thier opinion). however take care not to indulge in after prom drinking and sex events(passing out and having fun does not equate throwing all the rules for toss). sorry for sounding ignorant...but what does islam have against proms ?

I agree with Pj. I think the idea her is to go out and have a good time. It's a social event and can be healty and positive.

There is no reason why anyone's prom exprience should be if you choose to take the proper actions.

As far as Islam goes, that up to the person to decide. If I'm not mistaken Islam doesn't allow for participation in celebrations and joyous events....am I correct? I had a very close friend who is Muslim, and she wouldn't even celebrate her b-day.

If this is the case....can someone explain why that is the case?

Originally posted by: peaches

If I'm not mistaken Islam doesn't allow for participation in celebrations and joyous events....am I correct? I had a very close friend who is Muslim, and she wouldn't even celebrate her b-day.

If this is the case....can someone explain why that is the case?

OK thats a BIG misinterpretation....................Islam does not prevent us from partying or enjoying ourselves as long as we rnt going against the religion. ............And as 4 ur friend maybe she doesnt want 2 celebrate her b-day.

For me, Prom was a waste of money (I'm almost always broke 😆) so I didn't bother going.

Otherwise it can be fun to party and enjoy with your friends. And dont drink the punch!😆

[quote=peaches]If I'm not mistaken Islam doesn't allow for participation in celebrations and joyous events....am I correct? [/quote]

Actually that is a misconception. Anyone who has seen a Muslim wedding or festivities at Eid would see that Islam does allow celebration and joyous events.

[quote=peaches]I had a very close friend who is Muslim, and she wouldn't even celebrate her b-day.[/quote]

I too was confused about this several years ago, but a good Muslim friend explained the reasoning to me.

Islam does not prohibit celebrating b'days as long as they are done appropriately with the intent of expressing gratitude towards God for life. The fact is that b'days do not hold the same significance as Eid or other festivals - they are just like another day in life - which is why many conservative Muslims do not celebrate them.