What are the consequences of perjury?
ما هي عواقب شهادة الزور؟
Islam treats the tongue with immense seriousness. A single false testimony not only destroys the rights of others but also dismantles the spiritual foundation and credibility of the liar.
يتعامل الإسلام مع اللسان بجدية بالغة. إن شهادة زور واحدة لا تدمر حقوق الآخرين فحسب، بل تهدم أيضا الأساس الروحي ومصداقية الكاذب.
The Spiritual and Social Punishments | العقوبات الروحية والاجتماعية
1. Equivalence to Idolatry (Shirk)
Perjury is equivalent to associating idols with Allah. The greatest falsification of truth is the testimony to deities other than Allah. For this reason, avoiding falsehood has been intimately linked to pure monotheism. The Quran commands: (So shun the impurity of idolatry, and shun words of falsehood. Be upright in devotion to Allah, associating none with Him in worship.) Surah Al Hajj 22: 30 to 31. Furthermore, Allah states: (No one fabricates lies except those who disbelieve in Allah's revelations, and it is they who are the true liars.) Surah An Nahl 16: 105.
1. معادلة الشرك بالله
شهادة الزور تعدل الشرك بالله. وأعظم الزور الشهادة لغير الله بالألوهية ولهذا قرنت بالتوحيد. قال الله تعالى: (فَاجْتَنِبُوا الرِّجْسَ مِنَ الْأَوْثَانِ وَاجْتَنِبُوا قَوْلَ الزُّورِ حُنَفَاءَ لِلَّهِ غَيْرَ مُشْرِكِينَ بِهِ) الحج 22: 30 إلى 31. وقال تعالى: (إِنَّمَا يَفْتَرِي الْكَذِبَ الَّذِينَ لَا يُؤْمِنُونَ بِآيَاتِ اللَّهِ ۖ وَأُولَٰئِكَ هُمُ الْكَاذِبُونَ) النحل 16: 105.
2. Nullifying Good Deeds
Perjury nullifies good deeds. The Prophet pbuh firmly stated: "Whoever does not abandon perjury and works with it, Allah has no need for his fasting." Narrated by Al Bukhari.
2. إحباط الأعمال الصالحة
شهادة الزور تحبط الأعمال: قال الرسول صلى الله عليه وسلم: "من لم يدع قول الزور والعمل به، فليس لله حاجة في أن يدع طعامه وشرابه". أخرجه البخاري.
3. A Sign of the End Times
The multitude and normalization of perjury is a sign from the signs of the Hour. The proof of this is that the Prophet pbuh explicitly prophesied: "The signs of the Hour include perjury, and concealing the testimony of truth." Narrated by Imam Ahmad.
3. من علامات الساعة
كثرة شهادة الزور من علامات الساعة، ودليل ذلك قول الرسول صلى الله عليه وسلم: "إن بين يدي الساعة شهادة الزور، وكتمان شهادة الحق". أخرجه الإمام أحمد.
4. The Rejection of Future Testimony
The testimony of anyone who practices perjury will be rejected. Such a person loses their credibility completely, and their witness is no longer accepted in Islamic courts or societal matters.
4. رد الشهادة وعدم قبولها
من عواقبها الدنيوية أنه لا تقبل له شهادة، وتسقط عدالته بين الناس.
Frequently Asked Questions | الأسئلة الشائعة
Does perjury completely invalidate a person's fast?
While the person is not required to physically make up the fasting day, the Prophet pbuh taught that engaging in perjury destroys the spiritual reward of the fast. Allah has no need for a person to abstain from food if they cannot abstain from false testimony.
Will the testimony of a perjurer ever be accepted again?
Generally, the testimony of a known perjurer is permanently rejected by Islamic courts because they have lost their legal integrity (Adalah). It can only be potentially restored after a long period of proven, sincere repentance and flawless conduct.
Why is the spread of perjury considered a sign of the Hour?
The Prophet pbuh indicated that as the Day of Judgment approaches, moral corruption will rise. The widespread normalization of perjury and the suppression of the truth signal a society that has lost its fear of Allah and its commitment to justice.