Nations that break a covenant or agreement وہ قومیں جو کسی عہد یا معاہدے کو توڑتی ہیں۔

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How Does Allah Deal with Nations That Break Their Promises or Treaties?

Brothers, sisters, friends and elders Assalamu Alaikum, wa Rahmatullahi wa Barakatuhu, we are presenting the 128th episode of the Islamic informative video based on healing and events from the Holy Quran,and in this video we will describe, How Does Allah Deal with Nations That Break Their Promises or Treaties?

In the divine framework of justice outlined in the Qur’an and Sunnah, the fulfillment of promises and treaties is a foundational moral and legal obligation. When individuals or nations make agreements—especially those involving peace, security, or mutual cooperation—they are expected to honor them with sincerity and consistency. Breaking such covenants is not only a betrayal of human trust but also a serious violation in the sight of Allah. The Qur’an repeatedly warns against such treachery and outlines the consequences that follow when nations act dishonestly.

In Surah Al-Anfal verse 55–56, Allah clearly condemns those who break their treaties. He says:

“Indeed, the worst of living creatures in the sight of Allah are those who have disbelieved, and they will not [ever] believe – those with whom you made a treaty, but they break their pledge every time, and they do not fear Allah.”

This verse reveals how Allah views habitual treaty-breakers—not only as untrustworthy, but as among the worst of creation due to their consistent betrayal and lack of accountability. Their actions show neither fear of divine retribution nor respect for moral responsibility. Such behavior undermines social order and leads to conflict and corruption.

Allah continues in the next verse 57:

“So if you gain dominance over them in war, disperse by them those behind them that perhaps they will be reminded.”

This verse authorizes a measured and just response to treaty violations when peaceful options have failed. The purpose of such consequences is not blind revenge, but to deter future betrayal and restore justice and stability.

Moreover, Allah provides guidance on how Muslims should act in cases of anticipated or actual treachery, Surah Al-Anfal, 8:58:

“If you fear treachery from a people, throw [their treaty] back to them on equal terms. Indeed, Allah does not like the treacherous.”

This verse emphasizes transparency and honesty even in the face of betrayal. Rather than secretly violating a treaty in retaliation, Muslims are commanded to inform the other party and end the agreement openly and justly. This maintains integrity and moral superiority, even in conflict.

Throughout history, nations that engaged in continuous betrayal, broken agreements, and injustice have faced divine consequences. One striking example is the fate of Banu Qurayzah, a Jewish tribe in Madinah during the time of the Prophet Muhammad ?. They had made a pact with the Muslims but betrayed it during the Battle of the Trench. As a result, they faced severe consequences after due legal process. This was not vengeance, but a necessary action to protect the Muslim community from further treachery.

The Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) also emphasized the seriousness of breaking promises. In a well-known hadith Sahih al-Bukhari, Hadith 34; Sahih Muslim, Hadith 58, he said:

“There are four characteristics that whoever has them is a pure hypocrite, and whoever has one of them has a characteristic of hypocrisy until he gives it up: When he speaks, he lies; when he makes a promise, he breaks it; when he makes a covenant, he betrays it; and when he is entrusted, he cheats.”

This hadith links betrayal of agreements to hypocrisy (nifaq), one of the gravest spiritual diseases. It shows that Allah holds both individuals and nations accountable for violating trust, and that such actions destroy both faith and society.

Furthermore, Allah warns in Surah At-Tawbah verse 7:

“How can there be for the polytheists a treaty in the sight of Allah and with His Messenger...?”

This verse, along with others in the same surah, outlines conditions under which treaties are voided due to repeated violations. The Qur’an always balances justice with mercy, but when treaties are consistently broken with malicious intent, consequences are warranted.

In conclusion, Allah deals firmly and justly with nations that break their promises or treaties. Treachery invites divine anger and societal collapse. However, even in the face of betrayal, Islam teaches that responses must remain just, transparent, and principled, preserving the values of truth and integrity. Fulfillment of trust is not only a social duty but a religious command, and those who violate it must be held accountable before both people and God.

With this, we ask for your permission until tomorrow and pray to Allah Almighty to grant us the ability to act on the Quran and Hadith, Amen

Allah Hafiz
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