Is it permissible for a person to punish themselves with a whip in private, without anyone else knowing, due to a sin they have committed?
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Peace be upon you and God's mercy and blessings.
Ayatollah Khamenei (may God protect him):
This is not sufficient for it to be considered a legitimate punishment in Islamic law. Furthermore, it is not obligatory for the individual to inform others of their sin, even if they are a religious authority. Instead, they should sincerely repent to God Almighty.
Source: Special Inquiry.
May you be successful in all good.