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The word hypocrite (muna-fiq) is derived from the Arabic word ”nifa-q” or hypocrisy. The term hypocrite refers to a person whose inward reality differs from his outward appearance, one who is two-faced or a double-dealer. Hypocrites do not use logic or rational reasoning to achieve their personal goals or profits; instead, they unjustly oppose the majority.

As long as conditions permit, they will obstruct the majority, but because of their fear of the majority or their love of profit, they pretend to be friends with the majority, united to them. Hypocrites are not exclusive to Islam or to any other religion and con even be found in political parties. Sometimes one political party jeopardizes the goals of another party, while the second party lacks the ability to challenge the first.

When this happens, the political party in danger might gather groups that share their beliefs and create a counterfeit political party. Sometimes people join a group from the outside to cause division within that group from the inside. They hold the group back from accomplishing its goals by causing mayhem. Some people, also, might join a faction without believing in that factions ideals.

They affiliate themselves with such a group only in hopes of being financially successful or protecting their lives or property. Such a situation is found in hypocritical parties around the world that rely on the common man's mindset. Islam was no exception to this. A minority, consisting of hypocrites, formed alongside the majority of the Islamic society, one that was based on theology, social justice and moral excellences.

They outwardly respected Islamic principles and laws, but in secret they were grave enemies of Islam. They would corroborate with Islam's enemies during the most sensitive times. They would share military secrets with the enemy. They would bring fear into the hearts of Muslims by spreading rumors and lies.