بِسْمِ اللهِ الرَّحْمٰنِ الرَّحِيْمِ
Zina (fornication) has become so widespread and such a norm in modern society. Even the slightest hint of shamelessness has become so rare that anyone deemed shy or unwilling to perform such acts is mocked especially within the youth. This is both in the West and the Muslim world which is simply an atrocity for our deen.
Let us first understand the term as many of us have the misconception that zina merely means intercourse between a non-married couple. This is the first mistake we make especially the young brothers and sisters. Zina begins with the eyes as mentioned by the prophet of Allah (ﷺ) :
“The eye commits zina, and the palm of the hand, the foot, the body, the tongue and private part of the body confirm it or deny it.” [Bukhari]
This highlights the importance of lowering the gaze. Stop looking at the opposite gender. Stop watching those videos on your phone. Stop looking at that girl’s/guy’s Instagram page and Snapchat.
We put this alongside the word of Allah:
“And do not kill your children for fear of poverty. We provide for them and for you. Indeed, their killing is ever a great sin.” 17:31
“And do not go near unlawful sexual intercourse. Indeed, it is ever an immorality and is evil as a way.” 17:32
“And do not kill the soul which Allah has forbidden, except by right.” 17:33
What we can derive from these ayahs is that Allah forbade going NEAR zina let alone the act itself. This was paired with ayahs before and after talking about murder.
Being alone with a non-mahram is one of the first steps towards zina. This includes private conversations whether this is in person or on the phone/texting. The prophet (ﷺ) said: “Whenever a man is alone with a woman the shaytan makes a third”.
Let us all repent to Allah and stay away from one of the biggest sins in Islam. Our meeting with the creator can come at any time, any age and anywhere. The fact that we are still in this dunya is a blessing. Allah has given us the time to turn back to Him and let us take the opportunity before it’s too late.
Allah knows best.