Among Satan’s insinuations are temptations from which no human being can imagine himself entirely free (1). The Exalted says: “Man undertook it—indeed he has always been most unjust and most ignorant—so that Allah may punish the hypocrite men and women and the polytheist men and women, and so that He may turn in mercy to the believing men and women. Allah is ever Forgiving, ever Merciful” (Al-Ahzab 72-73).

Indeed, I will say something even more emphatic—drawing attention from the lesser to the greater and from the most remote to what is closer. I say: You are aware of the multitude of fabricated lies, presumed errors, and corrupt whims that have surrounded this affair—matters so great they defy description. Yet every falsehood and slander spoken about us has, in fact, been good and a blessing for us. Allah the Most High says: “Surely those who brought the calumny are a band from among you; do not think it evil for you—rather, it is good for you…” (2) (Al-Nur 11).

Allah has unveiled such light of truth and conclusive proof that He has refuted the liar’s fabrication and slander. Therefore I do not wish anyone to seek redress for me (3) because of someone’s lie against me, his injustice, or his hostility (4). I have pardoned every Muslim; I love good for all Muslims, and I wish for every believer the same good I wish for myself. Those who lied and wronged are likewise pardoned as far as I am concerned.

As for what pertains to Allah’s rights: if they repent, Allah will accept their repentance; if not, then the ruling