Sameehah Al-Amin

Adultery and Fornication 17:32

Updated: Feb 11, 2021

And you do not approach the woman, coming without legitimate intent for it is hideous and shameful, a reprehensible act.

G-d tells us to have respect for each other, our parents, our relatives, and our children. And to be honest and faithful, especially to our spouse. By respecting His laws, our community and social life will progress.

Adultery or fornication is a sexual relationship with a woman without a legitimate contract and is the greatest of shameful acts. It brings about many social ills, such as disruption and breakdown of the family structure, emotional problems, especially for the children, and conflict between family members.

Adultery or fornication is not just sexual intercourse, it can also be in the tone of speech. Going near adultery and fornication, for example, is holding hands, being alone in a private place, kissing and touching. All of those things invite the forbidden act, so don't go near it. Don’t put yourself in a situation where things can possibly happen.

These are some precautions for not exceeding the limits, which will bring about intense shame. Perhaps we will remember for The Most High does not command indecency.

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