Professor of Comparative Jurisprudence at Iman University, Sheikh Mohammed - son of the distinguished Sheikh Abdul Majeed al-Zindani, denied the news circulated on social media and media outlets regarding the death of his father - may God protect them.
He confirmed in a tweet on his "X" account that Sheikh Abdul Majeed is still in the hospital receiving treatment, noting that false rumors are being circulated almost daily. He added that he would keep the public updated on any developments.
At the end of his tweet, he wished his father a complete recovery and asked for prayers for his wellbeing and safety in this life and the hereafter.
In an important alert, Dr. Ali Al-Qaradaghi, President of the International Union of Muslim Scholars, urged Muslims to be cautious and verify information before sharing news, emphasizing that rumors can turn truths into lies.
In a post on his "Facebook" account, Al-Qaradaghi stressed the importance of verifying news sources and their accuracy, referring to the sadness and grief caused by a fabricated report about the death of Sheikh Abdul Majeed al-Zindani, which led to the sharing of condolences and prayers for him and his family.
He called on everyone to exercise caution and wisdom in spreading news, and to avoid publishing it before verifying its accuracy, highlighting the religious and ethical necessity of this behavior in an era of widespread social media, which can be a means of spreading rumors and false news.
In conclusion to his post, Al-Qaradaghi prayed for Sheikh Zindani's speedy recovery, affirming prayers for his complete healing and safety.
Sheikh Abdul Majeed al-Zindani is considered one of the prominent religious figures in Yemen, and a founder of the International Union of Muslim Scholars. He established Iman University in Sanaa, served as the president of the International Commission on Scientific Signs in the Quran and Sunnah, and has been involved in grounding the scientific miracles in the Islamic texts, interpreting many cosmic phenomena through them.
Source: The Union + Social Media