Does one sin by forbidding the cursing of the Divine Essence by alluding to the perpetrator's disbelief without explicitly stating it, fearing a reaction from the one who cursed, along with wanting to know how to deal with this phenomenon?
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You bear no sin for alluding to the blasphemer's disbelief instead of directly stating it, especially if you believe this method is more amenable and more likely to lead to their repentance. Nevertheless, explicitly stating that reviling the Lord is clear disbelief and apostasy is preferable, but this must be done with wisdom and consideration for the circumstances and timing of the person being admonished.
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