Question
Reference number: 334377 | Miscellaneous | Aug. 4, 2020
I committed a sin, and then I regretted doing that and repented. However, I am still thinking of that sin, and I am always anxious. Should I tell anyone, or shall I keep it secret? How can I stop thinking of that sin?
Answer
Praise Be to Allah and Peace Be Upon His Messenger.
You committed a sin, and regretted. Now the matter is in Allah’s Hands. Why do you keep thinking? Why do you want to tell people? Allah preserved you from a scandal, so you do not have to tell people. Keep it secret. Keep praying to Allah and asking Him to forgive you. Perform different kinds of worship, and Allah will forgive you as He is the Oft-Forgiving, the Most Gracious.