Ramadan Reflection #26: Verifying Information

A False Report and Its Consequences – The importance of verifying information.

A tribe that had recently accepted Islam was mistakenly believed by Al-Waleed ibn Uqba to be coming to kill him when they were actually coming to give their zakat. Because of past issues between Al-Waleed and the tribe, he panicked and falsely reported to the Prophet (SAW) that they had turned back from Islam. The Prophet (SAW) sent Ali to clarify the situation, and it turned out the tribe was only there to fulfill their zakat obligation. This incident led to the revelation emphasizing the importance of verifying information before acting to avoid regrettable actions.

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