Russia's official Islam endorses the ban on «Muslims only» advertisements.»
A recent ruling by the Moscow court has declared illegal the property adverts that required tenants to be Muslim.
Rushan Abbyasov, Mufti of Moscow
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Explain Islam news.ru that the Spiritual Administration of Muslims of Russia supports the ban on advertisements bearing the phrase «Muslims only.» A recent ruling by the Moscow court has declared such advertisements illegal on the grounds that they are discriminatory and contrary to the Constitution. The court followed the line already set in an earlier case, in which job advertisements aimed at «Slavs only» were also banned.
«This is a sure path to the destruction of social harmony.»
The deputy mufti of the Spiritual Administration of Muslims of Russia (Russian Orthodox Church) and Mufti of the Moscow region, Rushan Abbyasov, has expressed its full support for the court ruling. In statements to RIA Novosti, has stated that any advert that includes a condition based on religion “It is not acceptable from the point of view of Islam.”
He has also emphasised that any form of discrimination, whether on grounds of religion, origin or any other criterion, runs counter to the foundations of morality, humanism and spiritual values. The mufti has warned of the dangers of these practices: Dividing society into “us” and “them” is, according to him, “a sure path to the destruction of social harmony.”. He has insisted on the need for people—and especially believers— act with “wisdom, respect and responsibility” when making public statements in sensitive areas such as employment or housing
End of exclusion of non-Muslims
Property adverts with The “Muslims only” label reflects a common practice in certain sectors of the Russian market.. Some landlords look for tenants who share their religion or customs. In many cases, the argument is the cultural comfortsharing prayer schedules, dietary habits or lifestyle with people who live in a similar way. However, behind this justification there is also a component of Mistrust and exclusion, which reproduces prejudices against those who are not part of the same group.
The Moscow court's ruling and Mufti Abbyasov's clear stance show that, even within the Muslim community, this practice is considered discriminatory and harmful to social cohesion.
As is customary in Central Asia, Muslim religious leaders support the prohibitions or even propose them. The Spiritual Council of Muslims of Kazakhstan, The major religious body has endorsed the rule, recalling that the measure is a matter of Public safety, not of religion.“It is not about restricting religious beliefs, but about ensuring public safety.”, they stated. They have also insisted that, according to Islamic tradition, There is no obligation to cover your face..
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