Q 8: Is a person held accountable for good and evil thoughts?

A: A person is neither held accountable for evil thoughts, nor are they rewarded for good thoughts. However, if a person intends to do something evil and does it, they have committed a sin. If they refrain for Allah's sake, they are rewarded. If a person intends to do something good and does it, they are given ten rewards, or more. If they intend to do it but are forced not to do it, they are given one reward. It was authentically reported from the Prophet (peace be upon him) that he stated, Allah (Exalted be He) has ordained rewards and sins, and clarified them. If a person intends to do something good but does not do it, they are given a full reward. If they do it, they are given ten to seven hundred or more rewards. If a person intends to commit a sin but does not do it, they are given a full reward. If they commit it, it is counted as (Part No. 24; Page No. 368) one sin. Narrated by Al-Bukhari and Muslim. May Allah grant us success. May peace and blessings be upon our Prophet Muhammad, his family, and Companions.