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What is the ruling on my false testimony given to avoid problems between two people, knowing that this testimony did not wrong either of them?

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The giving of testimony is divided into two categories:

1. Regarding the rights of people: It must be rendered upon request, unless it would cause harm to the witness or if the witness is someone whose testimony is not admissible, in which case it is not obligatory. It is forbidden to conceal it or alter it (false testimony) if it is obligatory. 2. Regarding the rights of Allah: Regarding the causes of prescribed punishments (Hudud): Concealment is recommended unless the perpetrator of the sin is flagrant in their transgressions, in which case testimony should be given against them to curb their evil, provided there are witnesses by whom the ruling can be established. Regarding matters other than prescribed punishments (such as divorce, emancipation, and breastfeeding): It is obligatory to render testimony for Allah Almighty without being requested.

Whoever testifies to what they do not know must repent and seek forgiveness. If their false testimony resulted in the loss of a right, they must admit their lie before the judge to restore the right, or pay compensation if it cannot be restored.

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