RELIGION

A. Honest Understanding
An honest word in Arabic, meaning "as-sidqu" or "siddiq" which means true, real, or true. The opposite of this word is a lie, or in Arabic "al-kazibu". In terms of, honest or as-sidqu means: (1) compatibility between words and deeds; (2) correspondence between information and reality; (3) firmness and determination; and (4) something good that is not mixed with lies.
Honest is something that is said or done according to the reality or intention from the heart. It is mandatory for us to always be honest wherever we are. The truth in words and deeds will bring goodness to what we say and do. When we always act honestly in any case, then the light of truth will radiate into the bottom of the heart and mind. Honesty is peace of heart, meaning that people who tell the truth in their lives will feel calm, because there is nothing to hide from others.
Honest is very closely related to conscience. The word conscience itself is something that is pure and holy. Conscience always invites us to goodness and honesty. But sometimes we don't want to follow our conscience. If you don't do what your conscience says, then that's what lies is.
As for the 3 characteristics of hypocrites, namely: if he speaks he is lying, if he promises he reneges, if he is believed he betrayed.