Let it take place in the presence of a group of believers (24:2).

Let it take place in the presence of a group of believers (24:2).” To stop crimes of larceny that disturb peace, Islam has decided a strict provision for the thieves: “Cut off the hands of a male or female thief as a punishment for their deed and a lesson for them from Allah. Allah is Majestic and All-wise.

(5:38)” In the same manner, the Ahlul-Bayt (a) declared the honor of the believer: The Prophet (S) said: “To revile at the believers is defection, to fight them is atheism, to backbite them is act of disobedience to Allah, and their wealth is as sacred as their blood (soul)[^6].” “Allah said: He who dishonors one of My disciples is waging war against Me.