06-08-2004, 10:08 PM
On the authority of Abu Hurairah (may Allah be pleased with him) who reported that he heard the Messenger of Allah (may the peace and blessings of Allah be upon him) saying:
A man follows his friend's religion, so each one should consider whom he makes his friend.
(Reported by Abu Dawud)
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Lessons deduced:
- A Muslim should choose a pious believer as a friend and avoid befriending impious people.