Finding joy in the sins of others highlights the negative consequences of those sins and harms piety and faith.
In the Holy Quran, there is a significant emphasis on refraining from being happy about the sins of others. One of the main reasons for this is the negative effects that sins can have on the community and individuals. In Surah Al-Mu’minun, verse 34, Allah states, 'And how many a nation have We destroyed before them! Can one who is a believer be like one who is a transgressor?' This verse emphasizes the importance of faith and abstaining from transgression. When a person finds joy in the sin of another, they are essentially disregarding the harmful effects that sin may impose upon individuals or society. Furthermore, in Surah Al-Zumar, verse 53, Allah says, 'Say, O My servants who have believed, fear your Lord. For those who do good in this world is good, and the earth of Allah is spacious. Indeed, the patient will be given their reward without account.' This verse reminds believers that righteousness and good deeds hold importance in life, and one should not take joy in the sins of others as this can lead to moral decay and weaken their faith. We should understand that rejoicing in others' sins does not only harm them but can also negatively affect us. Therefore, instead of being happy about the sins of others, it is better to pray for them and guide them towards the right path.
And how many a nation have We destroyed before them! Can one who is a believer be like one who is a transgressor?
Say, O My servants who have believed, fear your Lord. For those who do good in this world is good, and the earth of Allah is spacious. Indeed, the patient will be given their reward without account.
One day, a man saw another person committing a wrong act in the market. Rather than feeling happy, he recalled the verses of the Quran and decided to pray for him to stay away from that sin. This act gradually changed the atmosphere of the market, encouraging others to help one another.