Repentance & The Prohibition of Backbiting & Talebearing

Repentance & The Prohibition of Backbiting & Talebearing By Shaykh Uthaymeen رحمه الله is a short work that brings together essential reminders on two major aspects of Islamic ethics. The first part discusses repentance (tawbah)—its obligation, conditions, and the mercy of Allah for those who sincerely return to Him, emphasizing that no sin is too great if one repents sincerely. The second part warns against the sins of backbiting (ghībah) and talebearing (namīmah), explaining their definitions, dangers, and destructive impact on individuals and communities. Drawing from Qur’an, Sunnah, and sayings of the scholars, the book highlights how these sins corrupt the heart and relationships, while repentance, sincerity, and guarding the tongue are key to spiritual purification and earning Allah’s pleasure.