No, having a lucky number is not haram.
The idea that having a favorite or "lucky" number is forbidden in Islam is not supported by Islamic teachings. The core issue that Islam addresses is superstition and belief in omens (tiyarah), which is considered a form of shirk (associating partners with Allah). Simply having a number you like or consider fortunate does not fall into this category.
Why having a lucky number is not haram:
- Distinction from Superstition: Liking a particular number is a matter of personal preference. Superstition involves believing that a number inherently possesses power to influence events, independent of Allah's will.
- No Religious Basis: There is no specific prohibition in the Quran or Sunnah against having a favorite number.
- Personal Preference: It is akin to having a favorite color or food - a matter of personal taste, not religious significance.
What Islam Condemns
The reference provided highlights the Islamic prohibition of superstitious belief in omens. This concept is important for context:
- The Hadith: It was narrated that 'Abd-Allaah ibn Mas'ood said: The Messenger of Allah (peace and blessings of Allaah be upon him) said: “Superstitious belief in omens is shirk.”
This hadith emphasizes that attributing power to things other than Allah is a form of shirk. However, simply liking a number does not inherently involve such attribution.
Examples to Clarify:
| Scenario | Is it Haram? | Reason |
|---|---|---|
| Liking the number 7 because it's your birthdate. | No | It's a personal preference, similar to liking a certain color. There's no belief that the number itself grants good luck. |
| Believing that the number 13 causes bad luck. | Yes | This is a form of superstition (tiyarah) and attributes power to something other than Allah. |
| Choosing to wear a shirt with the number 10 because you believe it will improve your chances of winning a game. | Potentially | Depends on the belief. If the shirt provides some advantage, it is OK. However, if you believe that the number has magic power, this is superstition. |
Conclusion
Having a lucky number is permissible as long as it does not lead to superstitious beliefs or attributing power to the number itself. It remains a matter of personal preference and does not contradict Islamic teachings.
