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Hi readers! In this article, I will address an important question about zina that is often asked by some Muslims: "Can you repent for zina?" I hope that none of us will ever commit zina. However, if anyone has done so, let us seek repentance from Allah.

Before I answer the question, "Can you repent for zina?", I will first explain some important aspects of zina and the process of repentance. Here are the key points:

Zina and Forgiveness

Zina is considered one of the major sins in Islam, which is why it is strictly prohibited. One of the great torments for those who commit zina is that their vital organs will emit a very unpleasant odor in Hell, causing them torment.

I believe that there is not a single person who has not made mistakes. Some individuals may have committed serious sins, such as zina. For Muslims who have done this, it is essential to feel regret for their actions. Repentance is a prerequisite for Allah to accept one's plea for forgiveness.

Moreover, Muslims who have committed zina are strongly encouraged to maintain hope in Allah's forgiveness. They must not lose this hope, as it is a path to obtaining Allah’s mercy.

One crucial reminder for all Muslims is that Allah specifically forbids them from losing hope in His mercy. Allah is the Most Merciful and Forgiving, and it is not difficult for Him to forgive all types of sins, including zina.

Hadith About Zina

Now, I will share two hadiths regarding zina. My aim is for us to always remember that zina is a significant sin. The two hadiths are as follows:

إِذَا زَنَى الرَّجُلُ خَرَجَ مِنْهُ الإِيمَانُ كَانَ عَلَيْهِ كَالظُّلَّةِ فَإِذَا انْقَطَعَ رَجَعَ إِلَيْهِ الإِيمَانُ

"If a person commits zina, his faith decreases as if covered by a cloud. If he refrains from it, his faith will return."

إِنَّ مِنْ أَشْرَاطِ السَّاعَةِ أَنْ يُرْفَعَ الْعِلْمُ، وَيَثْبُتَ الْجَهْلُ، وَيُشْرَبَ الْخَمْرُ، وَيَظْهَرَ الزِّنَا

"Indeed, among the signs of the Last Day are the lifting of knowledge, the prevalence of ignorance, widespread drinking of khamr, and openly committed zina."

Quran About Zina

Now I will explain two Quranic verses about zina. My goal is for us to always remember that zina is a very grave sin. The two verses I mean are as follows:

الزَّانِيَةُ وَالزَّانِي فَاجْلِدُوا كُلَّ وَاحِدٍ مِنْهُمَا مِائَةَ جَلْدَةٍ ۖ وَلَا تَأْخُذْكُمْ بِهِمَا رَأْفَةٌ فِي دِينِ اللَّهِ إِنْ كُنْتُمْ تُؤْمِنُونَ بِاللَّهِ وَالْيَوْمِ الْآخِرِ ۖ وَلْيَشْهَدْ عَذَابَهُمَا طَائِفَةٌ مِنَ الْمُؤْمِنِينَ

"The woman and the man guilty of unlawful sexual intercourse, lash each one of them with a hundred lashes. Let not pity withhold you in their case, in a punishment prescribed by Allah, if you believe in Allah and the Last Day. And let a group of the believers witness their punishment." (An-Nur 24:2)

وَالَّذِينَ لَا يَدْعُونَ مَعَ اللَّهِ إِلَهًا آخَرَ وَلَا يَقْتُلُونَ النَّفْسَ الَّتِي حَرَّمَ اللَّهُ إِلَّا بِالْحَقِّ وَلَا يَزْنُونَ وَمَنْ يَفْعَلْ ذَلِكَ يَلْقَ أَثَامًا يُضَاعَفْ لَهُ الْعَذَابُ يَوْمَ الْقِيَامَةِ وَيَخْلُدْ فِيهِ مُهَانًا * إِلَّا مَنْ تَابَ وَآمَنَ وَعَمِلَ عَمَلًا صَالِحًا فَأُولَئِكَ يُبَدِّلُ اللَّهُ سَيِّئَاتِهِمْ حَسَنَاتٍ وَكَانَ اللَّهُ غَفُورًا رَحِيمًا

"And those who do not invoke with Allah another deity or kill the soul which Allah has forbidden, except by right, and do not commit zina. And whoever should do that will meet a penalty. The punishment will be doubled for him on the Day of Resurrection, and he will abide therein humiliated—except for those who repent, believe, and do righteous work. For them Allah will replace their evil deeds with good, and ever is Allah Forgiving and Merciful." (Al-Furqan 25:68-70)

Dua for Forgiveness of Zina

Now that we understand some brief explanations of zina, one important thing we should know is a dua for forgiveness of zina. There are many prayers that can be said for Allah to forgive someone who has committed zina. One of them is reciting Istighfar.

There are various forms of Istighfar that we can recite, with Sayyidul Istighfar being one of the best for repentance. The text is as follows:

اَللُّهُمَّ أَنْتَ رَبِّيْ لَا إِلَهَ إِلَّا أَنْتَ خَلَقْتَنِيْ وَأَنَا عَبْدُكَ وَأَنَا عَلَى عَهْدِكَ وَوَعْدِكَ مَا اسْتَطَعْتُ أَعُوْدُ بِكَ مِنْ شَرِّ مَا صَنَعْتُ أَبُوْءُ لَكَ بِنِعْمَتِكَ عَلَيَّ , وَأَبُوُءْ بِذَنْبِيْ , فَاغْفِرْلِيْ , فَإِنَّهُ لَايَغْفِرُ الذُّنُوْبَ إِلَّا أَنْتَ

"O Allah, You are my Lord. There is no god but You. You created me, and I am Your servant. I am always committed to Your promises and vow according to my ability. I take refuge in You from the bad things I have done. I acknowledge all the blessings You have given me. I confess my sin, so forgive me. Truly, no one can forgive all sins except You."

Can You Repent for Zina?

Now that we understand some explanations about zina, let's address the question: "Can you repent for zina?" The answer is, "Yes, you can repent for zina and receive forgiveness from Allah if you are genuinely serious about your repentance!" This answers the question that some Muslims have regarding zina.

Conclusion

In conclusion, the question "Can you repent for zina?" is essential for Muslims seeking to mend their relationship with Allah after committing this serious sin. Zina is a grave offense in Islam, and the repercussions are significant; however, the door to repentance remains open. Sincere regret, prayer, and a commitment to avoid such actions in the future are vital steps in this process. The teachings of the Quran and Hadith emphasize that Allah's mercy is boundless, encouraging believers to maintain hope in His forgiveness. Through heartfelt prayers like Istighfar, individuals can express their remorse and seek Allah's mercy. It is crucial to remember that every mistake can be a lesson, leading to spiritual growth and renewal. May this article serve as a reminder of the importance of repentance, guiding those who have strayed back to the right path. Ameen.

Thank you for reading, and I look forward to our next discussion!

See you again in the next article!

Akhmad Syafiuddin
Akhmad Syafiuddin An expert in Islamic discourse and law, and a graduate of Al-Azhar University, Cairo, Egypt.

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