so intense, the Prophet's companions suggested to him to stand in the shadow until that man would come. "No," said he, "I promised him to wait near this rock. If he does not come, that will be his fault." 42
Fourth: Mocking Untruth
Some people find nice to invent mocking lies in order to laugh at others.
Imam as-Sadiq (a) said: "For Any one who forges lies against a believer for the purpose of disgracing him, demeaning his personality, and sticking ill reputation to him, Allah will move him from His guardianship to the Shaitan's. The Shaitan43 , however, will not welcome him." 44
Treatment of Untruth
The previously mentioned disadvantages of untruth, in addition to the material and ethical inconveniences, should be taken in consideration.
The merits and virtues of truth should be kept in mind.
Mental training on telling truth and avoiding telling lies should be permanently practiced until untruth is completely erased.
Justifications of Untruth
Untruth is an unwilling vice that is forbidden by the Islamic law. But, there are certain circumstances in which telling untruths becomes allowable. In case a vital interest cannot be achieved unless untruth is committed, the Islamic Sharia permits it. As an example on such vital interests we cite the salvation of a Muslim individual from killing or capture, the protection of the honor of a Muslim, or the guard of his property. In such cases, untruth becomes obligatory, according to the Islamic law. Correspondingly, when untruth becomes the only means for achieving a more important mission or remedial goal, it is then preponderant or allowed. Reconciliation