Is drawing or photographing people prohibited in Islam?

The question of whether drawing or photographing people is prohibited in Islam is addressed in various hadith. According to Sunni sources, it is reported that He disliked making the image known. Ibn Umar said that the Prophet forbade making images. Some relate that Ibn Umar said it is forbidden to strike an image. Sahih al-Bukhari 72:66SunniSAHIH. This indicates a prohibition on creating images, which can extend to photography as well, since it captures the likeness of individuals.

From the Shia perspective, the hadith literature also reflects prohibitions related to images. However, I must note that the specific citation for the Shia view on this matter, as captured in Al-Kafi, was not included in the retrieved passages provided. Therefore, I cannot offer a direct quotation on that point from Al-Kafi.

In summary, while the Sunni view, as shown in the hadith from Sahih al-Bukhari, clearly prohibits making images, the Shia perspective remains less defined in the retrieved material. For a ruling that applies to your specific situation, consult a qualified local scholar.