08-20-2002, 12:46 PM
Abu Hurairah (may Allah be pleased with him) reported:
Allah's Messenger (may the peace and blessings of Allah be upon him) observed:
He who believes in Allah and the Last Day should either utter good words or better keep silent; and he who believes in Allah and the Last Day should treat his neighbor with kindness; and he who believes in Allah and the Last Day should show hospitality to his guest.
(Agreed-upon)
Lessons deduced:
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1- The signs of belief include uttering good words or keeping silent.
2- The Hadith exhorts the Muslim to treat his neighbors and his guests with kindness.
3- Belief bears fruitful results such as treating the neighbors with kindness, uttering good words, generosity etc.