Repentance
To Allah is the return after sin or error. It includes admitting wrongdoing, regretting, stopping evil, and not returning to it. If someone's rights have been violated, you should make amends and repay the debt or property.
Hope for Forgiveness
The Quran forbids despair of Allah's mercy and calls upon people to return to Him.[1] Believers are commanded to repent with sincere repentance.[2]
Practical order
- Name the mistake honestly, without excuses.
- Stop if it continues.
- Repair the damage as much as possible.
- Ask forgiveness of God and of the wronged man.
- Take the next step, even if the guilt is still there.
This article should not be used to condemn another person for religious reasons. It's a brief educational explanation, not a replacement for personal counseling.