Lying, Gossip, Betrayal, Respecting Others
Source: Qurʾān 22:30
… So shun the impurity of idolatry, and shun words of falsehood. … (22:30)The Qurʾān urges us to avoid false statements. Especially where the truth can have personal disadvantages, truthfulness becomes a concrete test of character.
Source: Qurʾān 49:12
… O believers! Avoid many suspicions, ˹for˺ indeed, some suspicions are sinful. And do not spy, nor backbite one another. … (49:12)The Qurʾān uses a powerful image to warn against backbiting. This question examines our conduct when the person concerned is absent and cannot defend themselves.
Source: Qurʾān 68:10–11
And do not obey the despicable, vain oath-taker, (68:10)
slanderer, gossip-monger, (68:11)These verses condemn maliciously carrying tales. Before passing on a statement, self-reflection asks whether it serves a good purpose or further damages relationships.
Source: Qurʾān 17:53
… Tell My ˹believing˺ servants to say only what is best. … (17:53)The verse draws attention not just to what is being said, but to the best possible way of saying it. The question therefore also checks tone and expression, not just the factual content.
Source: Qurʾān 49:11
… O believers! Do not let some ˹men˺ ridicule others, they may be better than them, … (49:11)The verse specifically prohibits ridicule. Even seemingly harmless jokes deserve scrutiny if a specific person is belittled at their expense.
Source: Qurʾān 17:23
… For your Lord has decreed that you worship none but Him. And honour your parents. … (17:23)Kindness towards parents is often shown in small everyday situations: in tone of voice, in patience, attentiveness and willingness to help.
Source: Qurʾān 4:29 + Qurʾān 5:1
… O believers! Do not devour one another’s wealth illegally, but rather trade by mutual consent. … (4:29)
… O believers! Honour your obligations. … (5:1)The two verses cover two sides of the question: fair dealing with property and trade and the binding nature of agreements. Honesty here means not seeking advantages at the expense of the rights of others.
Source: Qurʾān 5:8
… Do not let the hatred of a people lead you to injustice. Be just! That is closer to righteousness. … (5:8)Personal dislike should not automatically distort the judgment of a person or a thing. Conflicts in particular make justice a real Muḥāsabah issue.
Source: Qurʾān 4:58
… Indeed, Allah commands you to return trusts to their rightful owners; and when you judge between people, judge with fairness. … (4:58)What is entrusted comes with responsibility. The question may be about items, money, information, or other responsibilities that someone has placed in our hands.
Source: Qurʾān 4:114
… There is no good in most of their secret talks—except those encouraging charity, kindness, or reconciliation between people. … (4:114)The verse specifically mentions reconciliation between people as a good thing. The reflection question therefore examines whether our contribution actually calms and clarifies conflicts or creates additional fronts.
Source: Qurʾān 31:18
“And do not turn your nose up to people, nor walk pridefully upon the earth. Surely Allah does not like whoever is arrogant, boastful. (31:18)Arrogance doesn't just show up in open boasting. Tone, look and behavior towards people with less influence can also be part of this Muḥāsabah.
Source: Qurʾān 49:12
… O believers! Avoid many suspicions, ˹for˺ indeed, some suspicions are sinful. And do not spy, nor backbite one another. … (49:12)Not every assumption is automatically true. The question examines whether negative assumptions about others are based on factual reasons or arise primarily from one's own interpretations.
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