The negative impact of pornography in Islamic

religion

Andri Dafit firmansyah

XII TMI I
15

SMKN DUDUK-SAMPEYAN

30 October 2019
 CONTENT PAGE

1. CONTENT PAGE…………………………………………………………………………………………………….1

2. ACKNOWNLEDGMENT………………………………………………………………………………………….2

3. INTRODUCTION…………………………………………………………………………………………….………3

3.1 PURPOSE…………………………………………………………………………………………………………3

3.2 BACKGROUND…………………………………………………………………………………………………4

3.3 METHODOLOGY……………………………………………………………………………………….……..5

3.4 CONCLUSION……………………………………………………………………………………………….….5

3.5 RECOMMENDATION…………………………………………………………………………..……………5

4. BACKGROUND………………………………………………………………………………………………….…..6

5. METHODOLOGY…………………………………………………………………………………………….……..7

6. CONCLUSION…………………………………………………………………………………….…………………..8

7. RECOMMENDATION…………………………………………………………………………………….……….9
 ACKNOWLEDGMENT

There exists an extensive literature investigating the possible effects on

consumers of exposure to pornography. However, most of this literature starts
from the assumption that the major effect of such exposure will be the creation
of negative attitudes towards women (for an extensive discussion of this
literature, see McKee, 2005a, McKee, 2005b). It is difficult to find experimental
research that starts by attempting to map the possible effects that pornography
may have on consumer. There is a small amount of speculative work which
suggests that possible positive effects might include providing the materials for
identity formation for marginalized sexual communities such as gay men and
lesbians (Flood & Hamilton, 2003, p. 24); challenging restrictive gender roles
(Duggan, Hunter & Vance, 1988, p. 82); or therapeutic benefits such as
overcoming shame about sex (Winick, 1984, p.209; Kimmel, 1990, MacDonald,
1990). There exists no experimental literature on these possible benefits.

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 INTRODUCTION

3.1 PURPOSE
There exists an extensive literature investigating the possible effects on consumers of
exposure to pornography. However, most of this literature starts from the assumption that the
major effect of such exposure will be the creation of negative attitudes towards women (for an
extensive discussion of this literature, see McKee, 2005a, McKee, 2005b). It is difficult to
find experimental research that starts by attempting to map the possible effects that
pornography may have on consumer.

There is a small amount of speculative work which

suggests that possible positive effects might include providing the materials for identity
formation for marginalized sexual communities such as gay men and lesbians (Flood &
Hamilton, 2003, p. 24); challenging restrictive gender roles (Duggan, Hunter & Vance, 1988,
p. 82); or therapeutic benefits such as overcoming shame about sex (Winick, 1984, p.209;
Kimmel, 1990, MacDonald, 1990). There exists no experimental literature on these possible
benefits.

This article presents the results of a survey of 1023 consumers of pornography in Australia.
This is part of the ‘Understanding Pornography in Australia’ research project funded by the
Australian Research Council. Two forms of data gathering were used to gather information
about consumers of pornography in Australia. The first was the survey. The second was
detailed interviews with forty six consumers of pornography (see McKee, 2006).

The survey provided a variety of useful data, including evidence that age, voting intention and
religion are more reliable predictors of negative attitudes towards women than pornography
consumption. This has been reported elsewhere (McKee, 2007). This article reports on
information provided by the survey on the range of possible positive and negative effects
resulting from exposure to pornography. This has not previously been published.
3.2 BACKGROUND

The term Zina in Arabic linguistically translates to mean adultery, fornication or illicit sexual
intercourse. Zina in Islam refers to the act of illegal sexual intercourse (any activity which takes
place outside of marriage). Different forms of zina also include that which can lead one to
commit fornication or that which is associated with illicit sexual practices. Zina violates the
dignity of other human beings, as well as oneself, and is considered a grave sin in the Islamic
faith.

The Holy Quran contains the word Fa’he’sha, which translates to mean vulgarity, shamelessness,
obscenity, or indecency. Prophet Muhammad peace be upon him said, ‘After me, I have not left
any trial more severe to men than women.’ God the Almighty lists in the Holy Quran those
things that men desire and are obsessed with, naming women first:

“Beautified for men is the love of things they covet; women, children, much of gold and silver
(wealth), branded beautiful horses, cattle and well-tilled land. This is the pleasure of the present
world’s life; but Allah has the excellent return (Paradise with flowing rivers, etc.) with Him”
(Quran 3:14)

Other forms of zina include the zina of the eyes, in which one sees that which is forbidden, and
zina of the hand, in which one touches that which is forbidden. God the Almighty states:

“Tell the believing men to reduce [some] of their vision and guard their private parts. That is
purer for them. Indeed, Allah is Acquainted with what they do. And tell the believing women to
reduce [some] of their vision and guard their private parts and not expose their adornment except
that which [necessarily] appears thereof…” (Quran 24:30-31)
3.3 METHODOLOGY
Use the method by on the internet:
 https://www.researchgate.net/publication/27473829_Positive_and_
Negative_Effects_of_Pornography_as_Attributed_by_Consumers

3.4 CONCLUSION
This data has important implications for future research into the effects of pornography. It is
vital that we do not take the responses from the surveys on face value, but that we begin to
research their validity. It is bad science to start from the assumption that there is only one
possible effect of exposure to pornography without asking as a first step what range of effects
in fact might be produced.
We now have an extensive experimental literature examining one possible effect of such
exposure ― the possibility of creating negative attitudes towards women. But according to
consumers of pornography themselves, this is one of the least likely effects of exposure
(1.8%). They report, as more likely effects, becoming less repressed about sex, becoming
more open-minded about sex, becoming more tolerant of other people’s sexualities, giving
them pleasure, providing sexual education, maintaining sexual interest in long term
relationships, being more attentive to a partner’s sexual pleasure, finding an identity or
community, and making it possible to open discussions with their partners about sex. All of
these effects were reported more commonly than the creation of objectifying attitudes. It
seems only reasonable that research into the effects of pornography should be broadened in
order to see whether it is possible to replicate these effects experimentally. It may indeed be
that future research finds it impossible to create such effects, but it behoves us as social
scientists to find out whether this is the case

3.4 RECOMMENDATION
The positive and negative effects of pornography as attributed by consumers
attitudes towards women. This fact alone suggests that this survey may be useful ― it does, at
least, point us towards an exciting new avenue for research. If, indeed, it is possible that there
are positive effects resulting from the exposure to pornography, then it is vital that researchers
begin to investigate these.
 BACKGROUND

God the Almighty connects the respectful lowering of one’s gaze with the
protecting of one’s private parts. He mentions the gaze first, as what the eyes view
influences the heart. Our prophet peace be upon him narrated: ‘The eyes commit
adultery, the tongue commits adultery, the hands commit adultery, the feet commit
adultery and then the private parts confirm it or deny it.’ The Holy Quran instructs
one to not even approach the act of fornication, as certain acts can lead to the
commission of this dire sin.

“And come not near adultery for it is a shameful (deed) and an evil, opening
the road (to other evils)” (Quran 17:32)

Satan will approach you by tempting you first into minor sins, leading you step by
step into the commission of bigger evils. Looking upon that which is forbidden is a
classic tactic of Satan; one that sets you on a path that will lead you to commit a
more serious evil. When one continues to look at that which is forbidden, one can
get hooked and addicted to these illicit images. Satan can lay a firm grip on his
victim, to the point that the individual will not be able to control him or herself.

“O you who have believed, do not follow the footsteps of Satan. And whoever
follows the footsteps of Satan – indeed, he enjoins immorality and
wrongdoing” (Quran 24:21)
 METHODOLOGY

1. Material
 Gadget
 Application
 Internet
 Magazine
 Papers
2. METHOD
Searching for internet:
 https://www.thesincereseeker.com/effects-of-pornography/
 CONCLUSION
Whereas little scientific research has been completed specifically regarding the effects and
benefits of abstaining from pornography for addicts or heavy users, abstaining from such acts is
reported to boost confidence, make one less anxious, especially if they suffer social anxiety,
improve one’s social life, increase motivation, increase sensitivity, improve health and one’s sex
life, improve stamina, increase clarity of the mind and lessen brain fog, improve self-control,
and better one’s quality of sleep. The act of resisting urges also can help one develop discipline
and willpower in their life, which is sure to help them in other aspects of their lives as well.
 RECOMMENDATION
The positive and negative effects of pornography as attributed by consumers
people’s bodies and pleasures. 5 people (0.5%) said that pornography had caused problems in
a relationship, 4 people (0.4%) found it had led to a loss of interest in real sexual contact, and
4 others had problems with addiction to pornography.