The Ruling on Remaining Silent About a Sorcerer
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Question:
If a person knows of a sorcerer and has not reported him out of fear that he might cast a spell on him, what is the ruling on that?
Answer:
If one knows of the existence of a sorcerer, it is not permissible for him to remain silent and leave him alone. If you knew of a thief who steals people’s money and robs houses, would it be permissible for you to remain silent about him and not report him? No, you report him. This is more severe than the thief. This is more severe than the thief. His danger is to the religion, not to wealth or lives. His danger is to the religion. Therefore, you must report him in a manner appropriate to the authorities.
If a person knows of a sorcerer and has not reported him out of fear that he might cast a spell on him, what is the ruling on that?
Answer:
If one knows of the existence of a sorcerer, it is not permissible for him to remain silent and leave him alone. If you knew of a thief who steals people’s money and robs houses, would it be permissible for you to remain silent about him and not report him? No, you report him. This is more severe than the thief. This is more severe than the thief. His danger is to the religion, not to wealth or lives. His danger is to the religion. Therefore, you must report him in a manner appropriate to the authorities.
Source
من لا يبلغ عن الساحر خوفا منه — alfawzan.live
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