{"_id":"66e21b840793086d7b66bba5","title":"{\"ops\":[{\"insert\":\"If I am making up a prayer, is it permissible to lie to someone who asks me why I am praying?\"}]}","question":"{\"ops\":[{\"attributes\":{\"color\":\"#000000\",\"background\":\"transparent\"},\"insert\":\"If someone did not pray for several years but is now praying and has implemented the method of praying a makeup Salah after every fard, is it permissible to lie if someone asks about it? \"},{\"insert\":\"\\n\\n\"},{\"attributes\":{\"color\":\"#000000\",\"background\":\"transparent\"},\"insert\":\"For example: I have begun not only praying again but have been praying in the masjid more also, after Maghrib in the masjid I get up and pray 3 rakahs making up a missed maghrib prayer and someone asks me why I prayed 3 rakahs and not 2 for sunnah is it permissible to lie and say I did that by mistake or how would one handle this situation?\"},{\"insert\":\"\\n\\n\"}]}","answer":"{\"ops\":[{\"attributes\":{\"color\":\"#000000\",\"background\":\"transparent\"},\"insert\":\"There's no need to feel ashamed for seeking redemption for one's mistakes. However, it's natural to wish to avoid gossip from prying individuals. In such instances, we can appreciate the wisdom of the prophetic teaching, \\\"A sign of a person's religiosity is that he avoids that which does not concern him.\\\" We're encouraged to respect others' privacy and refrain from unnecessary probing. When engaging in casual conversation, it's best to keep inquiries general and avoid delving into sensitive topics. For example, instead of asking about specific activities, one might inquire about well-being, family, or work. If someone wishes to share details, they'll do so willingly. In any case, you can explain that you repeated the Maghrib prayer due to a missed prayer. You do not need to disclose further details. You can also maintain privacy by using discrete language, such as simply saying, \\\"Thanks for letting me know,\\\" which implies it was a mistake.\"},{\"insert\":\"\\n\\n\"}]}","tags":[{"_id":"668d9fe30b76658b4c23281e","tag":"Salah: Other","count":138},{"_id":"668d9fea0b76658b4c2328ed","tag":"Salah: Missed & Make-Up","count":92},{"_id":"66e21b840793086d7b66bba3","tag":"Lying","count":4}],"createdOn":"2024-09-11T22:36:52.705Z"}