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The Forty Hadiths of al-Nawawi

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On the authority of Abu Hurayrah, may Allah be pleased with him,

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who reported that the Messenger of Allah, peace and blessings of Allah be upon him, said:

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“Then, when they have reached their term, take them back in kindness or part from them in kindness, and call to witness two just men among you, and keep your testimony upright for Allah. Whoso believeth in Allah and the Last Day is exhorted to act thus. And whosoever keepeth his duty to Allah, Allah will appoint a way out for him,” (65:2)

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"Let him speak good or remain silent."

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"And whoever believes in Allah and the Last Day,

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let him honor his neighbor."

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"And whoever believes in Allah and the Last Day,

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let him honor his guest."

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Narrated by al-Bukhari and Muslim.

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This hadith provides guidance on the importance of controlling one's tongue,

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and that the speech of a Muslim must be good and beneficial,

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otherwise, one should remain silent.

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For a word is a responsibility,

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and it may be a cause for reward or a cause for sin.

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The hadith demonstrates that true faith is manifested in good character;

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the Muslim guards his tongue and says nothing but good,

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honors his neighbor and does not cause him harm,

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and welcomes his guest with generosity and a cheerful countenance.

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The righteousness of society begins with the good word,

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the proper treatment of neighbors, and the honoring of guests.