An Islamic Treasury of Virtues
9. Manners In Society
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concern of mine, and my heart remained well-
intentioned toward Muslims.”
(JAMI‘ AL-ULUMWA AL-HIKAM)
BEING KIND TO ADVERSARIES
The Prophet once asked his companions: “Shall 1
tell you a something which will raise you up in the
eyes of God?” “Yes Prophet of God,” they replied,
and the Prophet said, “Be patient with those who
behave foolishly towards you; forgive those who
wrong you; give unto those who deny you; and
strengthen your ties with those who break away
from you.”
(AL-TABARANI)
SUPPRESSION OF ANGER LEADS TO A
STRENGTHENING OF FAITH
The Prophet said: “He who suppresses his anger
when he could well give vent to it, will have his
heart filled with peace and faith by the
Almighty.”
