Not Permissible to Stop Talking for More than Three Days

Some Jewish tribes lived in Madinah during the time of the Prophet of Islam. One day the Prophet saw a funeral procession passing by. He was seated at that time. Seeing the funeral, he stood up in deference. One of his companions asked, "O Messenger of God, this was the funeral of a Jew." The Prophet replied: "Was he not a human being?" (Sahih al-Bukhari, Hadith No. 1312) This tradition shows that man must be respectable to everyone in all circumstances. Whether he is a Jew or of any other religion or culture, we cannot be disrespectful towards others whatever the reason. The fact is that every human being is created by the same God. Therefore, all human beings are equally respectable. 67. Friend in Foe The Quran says that if a person sees you as his enemy, do not retaliate against him, rather, treat him well. (41:34) This unilateral behavior will result in turning your enemy into your friend. This teaching of Islam shows that enmity is not permanent. The fact is that there is a potential friend in every enemy. Make this possibility a reality with your unilateral good behavior, and you will turn your enemy into your friend. Responding with kindness awakens a man’s conscience, and when this happens, he will leave enmity and become your friend. 68. Lack of Gentleness The Prophet of Islam said, “He who is deprived of gentleness is deprived of every good.” (Sunan Abu Dawud, Hadith No. 4809) This tradition explains a comprehensive moral principle: observing kindness in dealing with others.