Question regarding sexual harassment.
Assalamualaikum. I was 11 and she was 9 when this happened. I was sexually aroused (not by her) and decided to use friendly wrestling as an excuse for forcing her upon me and touching her behind. She did not and still does not realise what happened, as she thought it was just fighting. I just remembered what I have done and I am filled with regret and remorse. What I did was intentional and there is no excuse I can provide. I beg Allah for forgiveness and want to know what I can do to be relieved of this sin. Does this count as sexual harassment? I am 13 now.
Answer
Wa ‘Alaykumus Salām Wa Raḥmatullāhi Wa Barakātuh
All attempts should be made in seeking forgiveness from her. This is part and parcel of seeking forgiveness from Allāh ﷻ apart from feeling regret, remorse and being determined to never commit such an act in future.
Also, to be hopeful of the mercy of Allāh in that He will forgive you, In Shā Allāh.