What are the controls on freedom of expression in Islam, and does the Quran permit uttering words of disbelief on the grounds that it mentions the transgressions of the hypocrites and the saying of Pharaoh: "I am your lord, most high," despite His, Exalted be He, saying: "But no, by your Lord, they can have no faith, until they make you judge in all disputes between them, and find in their souls no resistance against your decisions, but accept them with full submission"?

Absolute freedom means absolute corruption. Therefore, the wise restrict it with what prevents corruption and achieves righteousness. The Islamic nation restricts freedoms with the sharia. Whoever observes this restriction has the right to express his opinion freely and safely. The Prophet, peace and blessings be upon him, said: "A nation in which the weak does not get his right without hesitation will never be sanctified." The entire sharia is for benefit, and wherever justice is found, there is the law of Allah. The Quran's mention of the transgressions of the hypocrites and clear disbelief is not a permit for them, but rather a condemnation and denunciation. Allah has commanded to strive against the disbelievers and hypocrites.

Freedom in Islam is the expression of opinion and belief within the bounds of sharia permission. It has controls regarding wording, content, objective, style, and verification. Islam has forbidden lying, backbiting, slandering, false witness, insults, curses, and defamation.