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and in their best interest. Therefore, even if they encounter the
worst slander, they know that something good will come out
of it. Sure, Muslims will do everything that is legitimately pos-
sible to clear their names and distance themselves from the
slanderous accusations, but they do so knowing that Allah
ultimately wills goodness and benefit for them.
It is possible that Muslims will be tested by great hard-
ship as a consequence of slander. They could simultaneous-
ly become seriously ill, or their family or relatives could be
reduced to dependency or suffer financial problems. True
Muslims will know that all of these are just trials sent by Allah,
that a solution comes with every problem, and that patience
is rewarded with Paradise. Therefore, they respond in a deter-
mined, measured, courageous, and energetic manner. They
will not surrender to depression or despair and will receive all
of the hardship that comes their way with the rational and dis-
ciplined manner required by the Qur’an.

Accusations Actually Benefit Muslims Even
on Earth
The story of the Prophet Joseph (as) is a good example
of how slanderous allegations might actually benefit believers.
The Prophet Joseph (as), who had been falsely accused by
the Egyptian governor’s wife, was imprisoned for many years.
While there, he found the opportunity to teach Allah’s exis-
tence and Islam to his fellow prisoners. His full submission to
his destiny eventually caused the news of his trustworthiness
and ability to interpret dreams reach the ear of the king by
means of a freed fellow prisoner. The king had him brought to