What is the ruling on falsely accusing a sinful woman of zina?
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Question:
This questioner says: In the saying of the Messenger (peace and blessings be upon him) regarding the false accusation of chaste, unaware, believing women, does this indicate that falsely accusing a sinful woman is not considered one of the major sins?
Answer:
There is no need for it if it is established with him; there is no need for him to speak about her if it is established with him. But if it is not established with him, it is not permissible for him to speak. Yes, this exposes people to harm and accustoms his tongue to this. Avoid these things. Yes.
This questioner says: In the saying of the Messenger (peace and blessings be upon him) regarding the false accusation of chaste, unaware, believing women, does this indicate that falsely accusing a sinful woman is not considered one of the major sins?
Answer:
There is no need for it if it is established with him; there is no need for him to speak about her if it is established with him. But if it is not established with him, it is not permissible for him to speak. Yes, this exposes people to harm and accustoms his tongue to this. Avoid these things. Yes.
Source
قناة «العلامة الدكتور صالح الفوزان»، ما حكم قذف المرأة الفاسقة؟ لمعالي الشيخ صالح الفوزان — youtube.com
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