HONESTY ALWAYS PAYS: It's The Best Policy; Hypocrisy Is The Worst!

 

Honesty Always Pays.

It's The Best Policy;

Hypocrisy Is The Worst!

(M. Javed Naseem)

“O you who believe!

Why do you say what you do not do?

It is most hateful in the sight of Allah that

you say that which you do not do.”
 

(al-Quran 61:2-3)

Saying one thing and doing something else falls into the definition of hypocrisy (Munafiqat). The Almighty God has stated clearly in the Holy Quran that this act is the most hateful or abominable in the eyes of the Creator.

Honesty is the best policy. You cannot get too far with lies and deception. Although in today's world, you can fool millions of people with lies and deceptions by using the corrupt media or fake news. The best examples of this hypocrisy, lies & deception are the events of 9/11, Osama bin Laden project, invasions of Afghanistan, Iraq, Libya and Syria; and the 'Covid' plandemic. But the truth is out there too. You need to seek it and dig it out. The Evil Empire rules the world with bombs & bullets and lies & deception. And on top of it they claim to be the followers of Jesus and the People of The Book! In fact, they ridicule and blaspheme the Bible and the teachings of Jesus.

According to the Bible, Prophet Jesus said:

“If you hold to my teaching,

you are really my disciples.

Then you will know the truth,

and the truth will set you free.”

(John 8:31-32)

Allah says in the Quran says:

“Truth has come and falsehood has vanished

away. Lo, falsehood is ever bound to vanish.”

(al-Quran 17:81)

Truth always prevails. Falsehood may get you some temporary benefits but eventually the truth comes out and prevails. Lies create only troubles, not only for the liars but also for others. We see it everyday in our life. Being truthful and honest is the best way of life. Allah commands us in the Quran:

“And cover not Truth with falsehood,

nor conceal the Truth when you know it.”

(al-Quran 2:42)

Once upon a time there were two friends who went to see the desert in an Arab country. Their names were Michael and Joseph. They did not have much experience of
traveling in the desert. It was their first ‘desert expedition’, therefore, they were well equipped with all kinds of maps, books and brochures.

In the first part of their journey, they had fun in the villages near the desert, They enjoyed the camel ride and sliding on the sand dunes. ‘This expedition is very interesting’, they thought. ‘We have not faced any remarkable problem so far. It’s so much fun’, they told each other. Then they got lost in the desert. They had been wandering all day but still there was no sign of any village or an oasis. They even lost the sense of direction and the maps would not help much either. They got scared. They were tired, hungry and thirsty. So they started praying to God for help.

After wandering for another hour or so, they spotted a mosque far away. They started running towards it with all their strength. Finally, they arrived at the oasis, almost half
dead. While lying on the sand, one friend said to the other:

‘Listen Michael! We better change our names to some Muslim names otherwise the people in the mosque won’t help us. Now, my name is Yusuf, and not Joseph. How about you?’
Michael replied: ‘Hey! I am what I am. My name is Michael and I am not going to change it for any reason.’

 

So, they both entered the mosque. The Imam of the mosque greeted them and asked about their well-being. They said they were hungry and thirsty, and very tired. Joseph introduced himself as Yusuf, a Muslim, while Michael said that he was a Christian and his name was Michael.
The Imam smiled and said: ‘Peace be upon you both’. Then he called somebody and asked him to bring food and water for Michael. When the food was brought, he placed the tray in front of Michael and said:

‘Please start in the name of God, and enjoy it.’Then he turned to Joseph with a smile, shook his hand and said: ‘Happy Ramadan Mubarak, brother Yusuf!’

Planning based on lies and deception, can backfire. It is good and beneficial to be clear, correct and honest. Always remember! Honesty pays. The Almighty Creator does not like liars and hypocrites. Allah says in the Holy Quran:

“Lo, Allah guides not him
who is a liar, an ingrate.”
(al-Quran 39:3)

In another Surah in the Holy Quran The Almighty says:

“Lo, Allah guides not one
who is a prodigal, a liar.”
(al-Quran 40:28)

If the door of guidance is closed, we would be lost. There is none to guide us and get us out of troubles. Allah's mercy bestows upon us blessings and opens the door of guidance for us. Therefore, honesty is always the best policy. It saves us from a lot of troubles, the fear of getting caught and humiliation.

(From my book “You Are Special”.)

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