Is telling a female friend what someone did in terms of verbal abuse considered backbiting? And how can one expiate for backbiting against people whom one does not remember after repentance?
Source: FtawySummary from Ftawy's records · added here Sep 2, 2026
The desire to disclose does not permit backbiting. Rather, it is permissible only if a legitimate religious benefit results from it, such as lifting an injustice, or seeking advice and guidance to prevent harm.
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