NEIGHBORS IN ISLĀM

In the Name of Allāh.

In Islām, the treatment of neighbors, regardless of their faith, is considered a fundamental aspect of good character and moral conduct. This concept is encapsulated in the phrase “Birr al-Jār,” which translates to “righteousness towards neighbor.” Imām Qurṭubī (Raḥimahullāh) said: “Kind treatment of neighbors is enjoined and is recommended, whether they are Muslim or a Kāfir, and this is the

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THE BLESSED NEIGHBOR OF THE PROPHET (ﷺ)

In the Name of Allāh.

Great joy filled the hearts of the Muslims of Madīnah (i.e., the Ansar) on the glorious day when our beloved Prophet (ﷺ) made Hijrah to their city. They all welcomed him with great vehemence and wished to honor him (ﷺ) by having him in their respective home. However, it was an honor for Abu Ayyub Khalīd Ibn Zayd Ibn Kulayb from Banu Najjar (…

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