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What is the ruling on playing backgammon / chess by using the customary pieces, without any betting…

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What is the ruling on playing backgammon / chess by using the customary pieces, without any betting (gambling)?

Answer

Playing it (backgammon / chess) is absolutely forbidden even without placing a bet.

Source:sistani.org · sistani.org

added 8/29/2026

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