An Islamic Treasury of Virtues
Table of Contents
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Refrain from untruths ................................................188
In shielding others one shields oneself .....................189
A liar is a hypocrite.....................................................190
Viewing statements from a particular standpoint ...190
Think before you speak..............................................191
Speaking much is not a sign of great knowledge ....191
Wrongful accusation is the worst of crimes .............192
One who does not control his tongue is evil ............192
Being sparing of words is a sign of sincerity ...........192
In the tongues of men are both Heaven and Hell ....193
Remaining silent is, in itself, a good deed................193
One who fears God holds his tongue .......................194
Most sins are committed by the tongue....................194
Knowing when to speak and when to remain silent
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Avoid looking askance at others ...............................195
The cautious tone of one who fears God ..................195
