What is the ruling if a man promises another man something but intends not to fulfill it?
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The questioner : The questioner, or another questioner, says that some people, when you ask them for something, tell you, "I will bring it to you tomorrow, if Allah wills," but they intend not to carry it out. What is your opinion on this?
The Shaykh : This combines two things: lying in speech and failing to keep a promise. He must repent to Allah (Mighty and Majestic). If he intends not to bring it to him, he should speak frankly: "I will not bring it to you." Frankness is faith. Hypocrisy and saying what is contrary to one's action are among the signs of the hypocrites, may Allah protect us from that. The Prophet (peace and blessings be upon him) said:Sahih al-Bukhari 33. Yes.
The questioner : May Allah reward you with good.
The Shaykh : This combines two things: lying in speech and failing to keep a promise. He must repent to Allah (Mighty and Majestic). If he intends not to bring it to him, he should speak frankly: "I will not bring it to you." Frankness is faith. Hypocrisy and saying what is contrary to one's action are among the signs of the hypocrites, may Allah protect us from that. The Prophet (peace and blessings be upon him) said:
The signs of a hypocrite are three: 1. Whenever he speaks, he tells a lie. 2. Whenever he promises, he always breaks it (his promise ). 3. If you trust him, he proves to be dishonest.
آية المنافق ثلاث إذا حدث كذب وإذا وعد أخلف وإذا أوتمن خانThe questioner : May Allah reward you with good.