We Are Humans We Make Mistakes
Based on his knowledge of human nature which is subject to ignorance, negligence, shortcomings, whims, desires and forgetfulness, how should one deal with those making mistakes?
Based on his knowledge of human nature which is subject to ignorance, negligence, shortcomings, whims, desires and forgetfulness, how should one deal with those making mistakes?
The Prophet (peace be upon him) said, “He who believes in Allah and the Last Day must either speak good or remain silent.” (Muslim)
We have to make a distinction between one who errs out of ignorance and one who errs despite his knowledge.
We need to make a distinction between mistakes stemming from an honest effort to find out what is right (ijtihad), and mistakes done deliberately, out of negligence or because of shortcomings.
As the Prophet’s methods in dealing with people’s mistakes are wiser and more efficacious, using his approach is the best way to get people to respond positively.