Hudhayfah (may Allah be pleased with him) reported: I heard the Prophet (may Allah's peace and blessings be upon him) say: "A scandalmonger will not enter Paradise."
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A scandalmonger will not enter Paradise
Explanation
The Prophet (may Allah's peace and blessings be upon him) informs that the scandalmonger who spreads gossip to stir up discord among people deserves the punishment of not entering Paradise.
Lessons
- Tale-bearing is a major sin.
- Tale-bearing is prohibited, given the evil impact and harm it causes individuals and communities.
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