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22 / 05 / 2026

Lying to Conceal Privacy

Question

If a person is asked about their privacy, and they do not like to disclose it and say something untrue, is this considered lying?

Answer

I say, and with God's help: Taqiyyah can be used if one is compelled to do so, and God knows best.