Sin

In a religious context, sin is an act of transgression against divine law. In Islamic ethics, Muslims see sin as anything that goes against the commands of Allah (God).

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Flagellation . Punishment . Sin . Haram

When a sin persists despite your efforts to overcome it, is self-flagellation or punishing oneself for the sin permissible as a last resort, such as touching fire as a reminder of hellfire?

Sayyed Mohammad Al-Musawi, Sayyed Mohammad al-Musawi is originally from Iraq and heads up the World Ahlul Bayt Islamic League in London. Other than being involved in various humanitarian projects, he frequently responds to... Answered 1 year ago

Touching the fire is not permissible because it can cause serious harm, but there are other ways like preventing yourself from certain foods which you like or fasting. This can teach us to avoid sinning as much as we can,

'Wassalam.

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Punishment . Sin . Repentance (Tawbah)

Is there a way to avoid punishment for a sin if the person genuinely repents and those affected offer their legitimate forgiveness? Will the punishment still take place in such a case?

Forgiveness gate is open for every sinner who sincerely repents and seeks forgiveness after giving the rights of the victims. We are been taught to always seek forgiveness and repeat Istighfaar day and night especially before sunset and before and after Salah and in the last sixth of the night (Sahar time).

Wassalam.

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Fornication . Forgiveness . Sin . God (Allah)

If someone engages in fornication, sincerely repents to Allah, and resolves not to repeat the act, is the sin forgiven, or does the partner also need to seek forgiveness from the other involved?

Fornication is a major sin. If the person who committed sin sincerely repents and firmly decides not to do it again and seek forgiveness, Allah is The Best Forgiver and The Most Merciful. The partner is responsible for his/her own sin.

Wassalam.

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Fajr . Time . Salah (Prayers) . Sin . Sleep

Is it sinful if I often miss prayers and wake up late, such as around Maghrib or Isha, after staying up for Fajr? When I do wake up, I find it hard to get out of bed quickly and tend to delay my prayers. How can I change this pattern of behaviour?

It is obligatory to perform every obligatory Prayer on its time and ir us sinful to deliberately miss any obligatory Prayer. We must make every possible arrangement to perform our obligatory Prayers on time and never miss any of them.

We need to organize our sleeping time to be able to get up and perform our obligatory Prayers.

We might use an alarm or request some one to wake us up for obligatory Prayers.

Wassalam.

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Woman . Sexual . Desire . Sin . Man . Divorce . Masturbation . Marriage

Is it permissible for a 37-year-old divorced woman to occasionally masturbate to avoid sin, particularly in a country where finding a Muslim husband is difficult and considering the hormonal changes affecting her menstrual cycle?

No. Masturbation is a sinful act and we are not allowed to commit it under such excuse. Masturbation itself is itself a sinful act, and it can never be permitted for a Muslim female. There are many things mentioned in Quran and authentic Hadeeth which help avoiding falling in sexual sinful acts like:1. Fasting which helps a lot in controlling sexual urge. 2. Avoiding things which increase sexual urge like photos, films, music and songs.

3. Remembering the pious females who are the best models for us like lady Fatima, lady Mariam, lady Zainab, lady Ummul Baneen and other pious females.

4. Remembering the punishment of the sins and great reward of the piousness in this life and hereafter.

Wassalam.

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Sin

What steps can a person take to eliminate all their sins committed throughout the day? Is it possible to do this every day?

Yes. We need to control ourselves and never forget the fact that our worst enemy (Satan) is always trying to harm us drag us into wrong thoughts and bad deeds. We need to think carefully before any word we later and any act we do, to be sure that we are not obeying Satan and disobeying Allah (SWT).

We also need evaluate our deeds and take account of ourselves in a daily basis. We then thank Allah for helping us doing good, and seeking forgiveness when we remembering any bad deeds we committed. This daily evaluation of our deeds helps us to be better persons. Imam Musa Al-Kadhim (AS) said in a narration from him: He us not from us, he who does not take account if his deeds every day. ليس منا من لم يحاسب نفسه في كل يوم.

We also need to repeat Isteghfaar (Seeking foreguveness) every day and specially during Sahar time which is the last one sixth of the night. Obviously, night prayer (Salat al-Layl) has great impact on the believers.

Wassalam.

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Sin . Car

Will I be held accountable for sin if someone cuts me off while I am driving and I honk and gesture at them, which leads to their angry and cursed reaction? Am I responsible for their response?

We should always control our reactions to the misbehaviour of others and never react wrongly. We will be then not responsible about the wrong reaction of others.
'Wassalam.

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Sin . Oath . Kaffara

I made an oath by Allah's name not to commit a particular sin, but I broke it, and the sin lasted only a few seconds. Living with my parents and in a place where I can't find 10 poor believers to feed, how should I fulfill my Kaffarah?

You must feed ten ooor believers not only where you live but where ever you can reach to poor needy believer even if you sent the food to another country where poor believers can be fed.

Wassalam.

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Sin . Murder . Qur'an

Does the fifth greater sin, Murder, exclusively pertain to the killing of a Muslim due to their beliefs, or does it encompass other motives as well? What defines 'mischief-making' in the Quran that could justify a Muslim killing another Muslim?

Killing an innocent is a major sin if it was deliberate not unintentional. This major sin has many types and degrees but all deliberate killing of an innocent is a major sin. Killing a believer just because of his belief is the most dangerous.

Wassalam.

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Wife . Sexual . Sin

Is anal sex considered sinful in Islam, and would it displease Allah, even if the wife does not express any discomfort?

Zaid Alsalami, Shaykh Dr Zaid Alsalami is an Iraqi born scholar, raised in Australia. He obtained a BA from Al-Mustafa University, Qom, and an MA from the Islamic College in London. He also obtained a PhD from... Answered 1 year ago

Bismihi ta'ala

The common view among our esteeemed scholars is that such an act is highly detestable (very makruh) and should not be performed. Some consider it haram, and some precautionary haram. It is indeed something that believers should refrain from, and expressing discomfort is irrelevant as well.

You must refer to your Marja' taqleed for his specific view.

And Allah knows best.

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Sin . Song . Social Media

Is it considered sinful to share songs on Facebook or Instagram?

Yes it is sinful to share any sinful material like songs and sinful music.

Wassalam.

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Pain . Sin . God (Allah)

I feel deep sorrow and regret for my past sins, and despite asking for relief from my emotional pain, I still carry sadness and remorse. What steps can I take to cope with these feelings?

Sayyed Muhammad Husaini Ragheb, Sayyed Muhammad Husaini Ragheb has a BA in Law from Guilan University, Iran and has also undertaken Hawzah studies in Qom. He used to be a Cultural Affairs director of Ethics Group of Al-Mustafa... Answered 1 year ago

Assalamu Alaikum wa Rahmatullah

Coping with feelings of sorrow and regret for past sins involves a combination of sincere repentance, spiritual practices, and positive actions. Here are some steps you can take:

Sincere Repentance (Tawbah):
- Repentance is fundamental. You should sincerely turn to Allah, recognize your mistakes, and express genuine remorse for your actions. Islamic teachings emphasize that Allah is Most Merciful and Always Ready to Forgive those who turn back to Him.
  
  ۞ قُلْ يَا عِبَادِيَ الَّذِينَ أَسْرَفُوا عَلَىٰ أَنْفُسِهِمْ لَا تَقْنَطُوا مِنْ رَحْمَةِ اللَّهِ ۚ إِنَّ اللَّهَ يَغْفِرُ الذُّنُوبَ جَمِيعًا ۚ إِنَّهُ هُوَ الْغَفُورُ الرَّحِيمُ
  
  Say [that Allah declares,] ‘O My servants who have committed excesses against their own souls, do not despair of the mercy of Allah. Indeed Allah will forgive all sins. Indeed, He is the All-forgiving, the All-merciful. (39:53)
Seek Forgiveness (Istighfar):
- Engage in regular acts of seeking forgiveness. You can recite specific supplications (duas) like “Astaghfirullah” (I seek forgiveness from Allah) often. It’s also beneficial to recite the Dua Kumayl and other supplications that emphasize repentance.
Engage in Good Deeds:
- After repenting, focus on performing good deeds to counterbalance past wrongs. Acts of charity, helping others, and engaging in community service can be a source of healing and a way to draw closer to Allah.
Increase Spiritual Activities:
- Participate in religious practices such as prayers (Salah), attending mosque activities, and engaging in remembrance of Allah (Dhikr). Reading the Quran and reflecting on its meanings can also provide solace.
Consult Religious Guidance:
- Consulting with a knowledgeable scholar or a trusted religious figure can provide you with personal guidance and support. They can help you work through your feelings of sorrow and provide advice on how to strengthen your repentance.
Community Support:
- Surrounding yourself with a supportive community can be helpful. Engaging in discussions with fellow believers who can offer encouragement and share their own experiences can alleviate feelings of isolation.
Self-Forgiveness:
- Understand that everyone makes mistakes, and it is vital to learn from them rather than dwell on them indefinitely. Allow yourself to forgive your past and focus on your future.
Maintain Hope:
- Always maintain hope in Allah’s mercy. The Quran reminds us that Allah’s mercy encompasses all things (Quran 7:56). Your feelings of remorse can be transformed into a powerful motivation to change and better yourself.

By following these steps and sincerely committing to improvement, you can alleviate some of the emotional burdens caused by past sins and find a renewed sense of peace and purpose in your spiritual journey.