Sheikh Abdullah Al-Numa Warns Against Careless Speech
His Eminence Sheikh Abdullah Muhammad Al-Niama delivered the Friday khutbah about the danger of lying and unverified sharing on social media. He emphasized that the spoken word is an entrusted responsibility, and spreading false and fabricated news threatens religion and morals, causing harm to Muslims and society. He clarified that it is the duty of every Muslim to seek the truth and to speak and write honestly. The responsibility is great when it comes to news, especially in a time when information spreads rapidly and quickly. He warned that lying and distortion are punishable by Allah, and that every word shared becomes a significant trust. Social media should be a door to goodness and reward, not a source of sin. The Sheikh called for guarding one's tongue and writing in ways that please Allah, practicing caution and verification before sharing, and avoiding the promotion of false or misleading news. He urged refraining from speech if it is not beneficial or trustworthy, reaffirming that the responsibility is immense for those who publish or write, and that Allah will hold everyone accountable for every word.
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