The Definition of Talebearing and the Meaning of the Hadith: “No Talebearer Will Enter Paradise”
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Question:
Abdul Basit Muhammad from al-Jubayl says: What is the definition of talebearing (namimah) in Islam? And does this fall under the saying of the Prophet (peace and blessings be upon him)?
Answer:
Sahih Muslim 105a. This is the wording of the hadith, as far as I know. This is a warning, a severe warning. It does not mean that the person is permanently barred from Paradise, but rather that it is a warning and a deterrent. It has also been said that it means he will not enter Paradise with the first group to enter; rather, his entry will be delayed, and he will be punished in the Fire, then he will be brought out into Paradise. So the Muslim should elevate himself and do what honors him in the sight of Allah (Mighty and Majestic), so that his outcome is good. He should not humiliate himself by associating with the ignorant or with those who indulge in forbidden desires. Rather, he should elevate himself and not sit with people of evil; rather, he should sit with the righteous and the good, who remind him of Allah (Mighty and Majestic). He should choose his companions, [Al-An'am 6:68] [Al-An'am 6:68].
The presenter:
Yes, may Allah bless you and reward you.
Abdul Basit Muhammad from al-Jubayl says: What is the definition of talebearing (namimah) in Islam? And does this fall under the saying of the Prophet (peace and blessings be upon him)
No sower of discord will enter Paradise
لا يدخل الجنة فتانAnswer:
The tale-bearer shall not enter Paradise.
لا يدخل الجنة نمامAnd when you see those who engage in [offensive] discourse concerning Our verses, then turn away from them until they enter into another conversation. And if Satan should cause you to forget
وَإِذَا رَأَيْتَ الَّذِينَ يَخُوضُونَ فِي آيَاتِنَا فَأَعْرِضْ عَنْهُمْ حَتَّىٰ يَخُوضُوا فِي حَدِيثٍ غَيْرِهِ وَإِمَّا يُنسِيَنَّكَ الشَّيْطَانُthen do not remain after the reminder with the wrongdoing people.
فَلَا تَقْعُدْ بَعْدَ الذِّكْرَىٰ مَعَ الْقَوْمِ الظَّالِمِينَThe presenter:
Yes, may Allah bless you and reward you.
Source
قناة «العلامة الدكتور صالح الفوزان»، برنامج (فتاوى) (168) لمعالي الشيخ صالح الفوزان بتاريخ [1440-01-03] - كبار العلماء — youtube.com (29:38)
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