106. Would it sometimes be ok for believers to lie or deceive others in order to protect themselves? (Taqiyya or Kitman)
the Bible No
Yes the Quran
the Bible's Perspective
Proverbs 6:16-17There are six things which the LORD hates; yes, seven which are an abomination to him: arrogant eyes, a lying tongue, hands that shed innocent blood,
Zephaniah 3:13The remnant of Israel will not do iniquity nor speak lies, neither will a deceitful tongue be found in their mouth, for they will feed and lie down, and no one will make them afraid.”
Ephesians 4:25Therefore, putting away falsehood, speak truth each one with his neighbour, for we are members of one another.
Revelation 21:8But for the cowardly, unbelieving, sinners, abominable, murderers, sexually immoral, sorcerers, idolaters, and all liars, their part is in the lake that burns with fire and sulphur, which is the second death.”
Revelation 21:27There will in no way enter into it anything profane, or one who causes an abomination or a lie, but only those who are written in the Lamb’s book of life.
the Quran's Perspective
Al-Baqara (The Cow) 2:225Allah does not impose blame upon you for what is unintentional in your oaths, but He imposes blame upon you for what your hearts have earned. And Allah is Forgiving and Forbearing.
At-Tahrim (Forbiddance) 66:2Allah has already ordained for you [Muslims] the dissolution of your oaths. And Allah is your protector, and He is the Knowing, the Wise.
Notes
Taqiyya = saying something that isn’t true. Kitman = Lying by omission
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