A convicted murderer in Saudi Arabia was spared execution minutes before his death sentence was due to be carried out, after the father of the victim granted him clemency.
On Monday, Awad Suleiman Al Amrani won widespread praise on social media for showing mercy to his son’s killer.
His son was murdered in 2017 following an altercation that turned violent.
Mr Al Amrani issued one caveat following his decision to grant mercy: the family of the killer should not organise any celebration to mark his reprieve.
He also did not demand compensation, sometimes known as “blood money,” in exchange for clemency.
Waleed Khaled Darraj, a lawyer in Jeddah, told Arab News that sticking to the conditions set by the father would be vital for the killer.
“If written and approved by the court, all that the father has requested should be followed, otherwise the waiver becomes invalid and the victim’s family has the right to demand beheading.”
“Islam also teaches its followers to show tolerance,” Mr Darraj said.
“When such a crime happens, beheading the killer, demanding blood money is the right of the victim’s family.
"However, some noble people just forgive without requesting a penny. These people seek what Allah has promised the forgivers.”
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Super lightweight:
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Super lightweight:
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Middleweight:
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- Debate the issue, don't attack the person
- Build the relationship and dialogue by seeking to find common ground
- Express passion for the issue but be aware of when you're losing control or when there's anger. If there is, pause and take some time out.
- Listen actively without interrupting
- Avoid assumptions, seek understanding, ask questions
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The flights Etihad (www.etihad.com) and Spice Jet (www.spicejet.com) fly direct from Abu Dhabi and Dubai to Pune respectively from Dh1,000 return including taxes. Pune airport is 90 minutes away by road.
The hotels A stay at Atmantan Wellness Resort (www.atmantan.com) costs from Rs24,000 (Dh1,235) per night, including taxes, consultations, meals and a treatment package.
