What is the ruling on a father who severely beat his son, believing him to be drunk, which led to the 16-year-old son's suicide, and will this son be held accountable as an adult?
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His act of hanging himself and drinking alcohol are major sins. It was obligatory for anyone who saw him to conceal his fault. The father should advise his son, engage in dialogue with him, and delay physical punishment, making it the last resort.
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