"References.htm#26">(26)</a>.</sup> In
themselves, these agents may be prohibited, permissible or even recommended.</small></p>

<p><small>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; There could not be a more appropriate approach in the area of
sensual and sexual desires and gratification. Without it, the requirement to refrain from
unlawful sexual activity would be onerous, and could be even self-defeating. Religious
teachings are normally geared to alleviate hardship and facilitate a clean and chaste
life. The Quran emphas