The P rophet (peace and blessings of Allah be upon him) warned that these dice open the door to gambling: "Whoever plays with dice, it is as if he dipped his finger in the flesh and blood of swine." (Reported by M usiim, 4/1770). Abu Moosa (may Allah be pleased with him) reported thatthe Prophet (peace and blessings of Allah be upon him) said: "Whoever plays with dice has disobeyed Allah and His Messenger." (Reported by Imam Ahmad, 'JC 4/394; see also Sahih Al-J ami', 6505). *}c