Unmodern Aspects of Islam (47): Privacy Lost

 

Unmodern Aspects of Islam

Did you know that the average social media user shares more personal data in a week than previous generations did in a lifetime? Photos, locations, thoughts—nothing seems private anymore. But when everything is exposed, what remains sacred?

Islam values privacy as a protection of dignity and trust. The Prophet ﷺ said:

“Seeking permission has been prescribed because of the glance.” (Sahih al-Bukhari, 6241; Sahih Muslim, 2156). 

Even entering someone’s home required care, respect, and boundaries.

The early Muslims guarded secrets, respected privacy, and treated what was hidden as a trust. Oversharing was unthinkable, because they knew that dignity thrives in discretion.

Today, exposing every detail may feel like connection, but it often breeds envy, exploitation, and regret. Islam teaches us that safeguarding our private lives isn’t weakness—it’s wisdom.

When we protect what is meant to be hidden, we preserve our peace, our honor, and our hearts.

In a modern world, the Sunnah is our way back to what truly matters.

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