Backbiting in Islam

ebook A Guide to Purifying the Tongue

By Ink by Essakhi

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Backbiting (ghibah) is one of the most common yet overlooked sins in Islam — easy to commit, but deeply damaging to the heart and soul. In Backbiting in Islam: A Guide to Purifying the Tongue, you will discover how to recognize this harmful habit, understand its consequences, and replace it with speech that brings mercy, peace, and reward.

Through clear guidance rooted in the Qur'an and Sunnah, this 7-chapter book offers:

  • A complete understanding of what backbiting truly is.
  • Insight into why it is such a serious sin and how it harms both individuals and communities.
  • Practical steps to stop backbiting and guard your tongue.
  • Guidance for sincere repentance and making amends.
  • Ways to replace harmful speech with dhikr, supplication, and positive words.
  • With authentic Hadith and Qur'anic references, this guide provides both spiritual depth and practical advice for everyday life. Whether you are seeking to strengthen your faith, improve your character, or build healthier relationships, this book offers a clear path toward purifying your speech and protecting your deeds.

    "Whoever believes in Allah and the Last Day should speak good or remain silent." — Prophet Muhammad ﷺ

    At approximately [insert length] pages, this book is a compact yet powerful resource for anyone committed to guarding their tongue and living in accordance with Islamic teachings.

    Backbiting in Islam