Egypt's Ministry of Awqaf condemns cyber harassment as a 'toxic modern crime

Egypt's Ministry of Endowments Awqaf has labeled electronic harassment as one of the most dangerous contemporary crimes, asserting it erodes societal fabric and troubles the conscience. The Ministry defines this behavior as intentional harm through digital platforms, including social media, email, and chat applications, encompassing inappropriate messaging, blackmail, data leaks, and manipulation. Sharia strictly prohibits such acts, viewing them as violations of human honor, modesty, and dignity. Religious texts emphasize the protection of honor and forbid any actions or words that compromise it. The Ministry states that all forms of harassment—verbal, physical, or digital—are sinful and contradict Sharia's goal of preserving human dignity. Islam, a religion of purity, with both the Quran and Sunnah, confirms the sanctity of human honor and warns of severe consequences for those who cause harm. Surah Al-Ahzab highlights that harming believers without justification is a clear sin. Cyber-harassment inflicts deep moral and psychological pain, which scriptures describe as a manifest sin. Scholars define it as a heinous act and a clear transgression against human honor and self-worth. Prophet Muhammad taught that a true Muslim is one from whom others are safe, and that a Muslim's blood, property, and honor are sacred. The Ministry refutes the misconception that harassment behind a screen is less severe, calling it a grand delusion, as sin is judged by its impact, not its location