Morals -Fulfilling Promises

Fulfilling promises is among the characteristics of people with integrity. Failing to fulfill promises reflects a deficiency in manhood, disobedience to Allah, the Lord of the worlds, and a sign of disdain for others. Only the lowest of individuals lack this quality. The Prophet Muhammad, peace be upon him, said, “Three are the signs of a hypocrite: When he speaks, he lies; when he makes a promise, he breaks it; and when he is trusted, he betrays his trust." (Agreed upon)1. Muslim added, "...even if he observes fasting, performs prayers, and claims to be a Muslim." Whoever breaks his promise has indeed disobeyed Allah. Allah, glorified be He, says: وَلَا تَقْرَبُوا۟ مَالَ ٱلْيَتِيمِ إِلَّا بِٱلَّتِى هِىَ أَحْسَنُ حَتَّىٰ يَبْلُغَ أَشُدَّهُۥ ۚ وَأَوْفُوا۟ بِٱلْعَهْدِ ۖ إِنَّ ٱلْعَهْدَ كَانَ مَسْـُٔولًۭا ٣٤ “And do not approach the property of an orphan, except in the way that is best, until he reaches maturity. And fulfill [every] commitment. Indeed, the commitment is eve...