What Should One Do If They Are Sinful, Such as Backbiting? – Shaykh Irshaad Sedick

Question

What Should One Do If They Are Sinful, Such as Backbiting?

In group settings or within families, gossiping or speaking ill of others behind their backs can occur. In such situations, what behavior should we adopt? Shaykh Irshaad will guide us on the appropriate conduct.

Shaykh Irshaad Sedick graduated from Dar al-Ulum al-Arabiyyah al-Islamiyyah, under the tutelage of Shaykh Taha Karaan. He received Ijaza from several esteemed scholars and has authored “The Musnad of Ahmad ibn Hanbal: A Hujjah or not?”. Shaykh Irshaad has over fifteen years of teaching experience, served as Director of the Discover Islam Centre, and Khatib at Masjid Ar-Rashideen. Currently, he leads Isnad Academy, focusing on Islamic podcasting and media, and holds a Master’s degree in Islamic studies from the University of Johannesburg.