Hadith #9135

In the name of Allah, the Most Gracious, the Most Merciful. Praise be to Allah, the Lord of all worlds. May peace and blessings be upon our beloved Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ), his pure progeny, and his noble companions.

The Hadith of Imam Ali (عَلَيْهِ ٱلسَّلَامُ) states,

The liar earns three things by his lies: the wrath of Allah upon him, scorn of the people and hatred of the angels.

This Hadith highlights the severe consequences of lying and serves as a reminder for Muslims to always uphold truthfulness in their words and actions.

Let us delve into the important words of this Hadith to gain a deeper understanding. The word (kaadhib) "كاذِبُ" refers to a person who habitually tells lies, knowingly deceiving others. The word (thalathan) "ثَلاثاً" means "three things," indicating that the consequences of lying are manifold. The phrase (sakhata Allahi 'alayhi) "سَخَطَ اللّهِ عَلَيْهِ" translates to

the wrath of Allah upon him,

signifying the displeasure and anger of Allah (سُبْحَانَهُ وَتَعَالَىٰ) towards the liar. (istihana tan-nas bihi) "اسْتِهانَةَ النّاسِ بِهِ" means

scorn of the people,

highlighting how lying leads to a loss of trust and respect from others. Lastly, (maqta al-mala'ikati lahu) "مَقْتَ المَلائِكَةِ لَهُ" refers to

hatred of the angels,

emphasizing that lying is detested by the angels who are the noble servants of Allah.

To further comprehend the gravity of lying and its consequences, let us turn to the Quran for guidance. Allah (سُبْحَانَهُ وَتَعَالَىٰ) says in Surah Al-Ma'idah (5:32),

Because of that, We decreed upon the Children of Israel that whoever kills a soul unless for a soul or for corruption [done] in the land - it is as if he had slain mankind entirely. And whoever saves one - it is as if he had saved mankind entirely.

This verse highlights the sanctity of life and the importance of truthfulness. Lying not only harms individuals but also disrupts the harmony of society, leading to corruption and chaos.

In Surah Az-Zumar (39:3), Allah (سُبْحَانَهُ وَتَعَالَىٰ) states,

Indeed, the religion in the sight of Allah is Islam. And those who were given the Scripture did not differ except after knowledge had come to them - out of jealous animosity between themselves. And whoever disbelieves in the verses of Allah, then indeed, Allah is swift in [taking] account.

This verse reminds us that lying and spreading falsehoods are contrary to the essence of Islam. It emphasizes the importance of seeking knowledge and avoiding disputes based on ignorance or personal biases.

The consequences of lying mentioned in the Hadith of Imam Ali (عَلَيْهِ ٱلسَّلَامُ) are profound and far-reaching. Firstly, the wrath of Allah (سُبْحَانَهُ وَتَعَالَىٰ) upon the liar signifies His displeasure and punishment. Allah, being the All-Knowing and All-Just, detests falsehood and expects His servants to be truthful in all aspects of life. Secondly, the scorn of the people highlights the loss of trust and respect that accompanies lying. When someone is known to be a habitual liar, their words become unreliable, and their character is questioned. This not only damages personal relationships but also undermines the fabric of society. Lastly, the hatred of the angels signifies the aversion of the noble creatures of Allah towards those who engage in falsehood. The angels, being pure and obedient beings, despise dishonesty and deceit.

Reflecting on this Hadith, we realize the importance of truthfulness in our daily lives. Lying not only brings about negative consequences in this world but also has severe implications in the Hereafter. Muslims should strive to be truthful in their words, actions, and intentions, following the example of our beloved Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ) and his noble companions. By upholding truthfulness, we earn the pleasure of Allah, the respect of people, and the love of the angels. May Allah guide us all to the path of truth and protect us from the pitfalls of falsehood.