Those who take upon the task of picking out the
mistakes of scholars, due to their sincerity to Allaah and His Messenger (i.e.
in supporting the religion) then it is a must that they accompany this intent
with praiseworthy manners, respecting and honouring the scholars - just like the
scholars of the past mentioned above did when they embarked on a similar
mission, and all those who followed them in guidance.
On the other hand, those who wish to respond to the
mistakes of the scholars seeking to belittle them, put blame on them and to
bring them to culpability in front of others, then people with such
intentions must be met with punishment.
So as to place a obstacle between them and their evils and the Haraam
corruption they wish to spread[1].
[1] This chapter focuses on
the actual physical differences between advising and defaming. Advising is in
giving support, so one has respect for the scholars and the rulers, advises
them, supplicated for them, taking knowledge from them, going back to them for
ones questions especially if the subject matter is of specific importance. This
all affirms the persons belief that they are the people of authority over us,
thus illustrating his sincerity towards them. However, if ones intent is merely
to insult and degrade, exposing their error to the masses and protecting their
honour; then as has preceded, this is defamation.
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