SUPERIOR MORALITY

Maintaining a good relationship with them and treating them well is an important aspect of a person’s true character. Whether the neighbour belongs to the same religion or a different one, whether they are from one’s own community or another, they should always be considered and treated with respect. Their rights should be fulfilled in accordance with the demands of humanity. The Prophet Muhammad said, “Verily, they are not believers; verily, they are not believers; verily, they are not believers.” It was asked, “Who, O Messenger of God?” He said, “Those whose neighbours are not safe from their mischief.” According to this Hadith, if Muslims mistreat their neighbour and cause them distress, it raises doubts about their faith and Islam itself. The instructions regarding neighbours in religious teachings indicate that a sincere person should unilaterally observe the rights of their neighbour. They should strive to treat them with kindness, disregarding any negative behaviour from them. A person’s humanity and the manifestation of their religious sentiments are first tested in their relationship with their neighbours. The neighbour is the identification of whether there is a human sentiment within an individual or not. If a person’s neighbour is happy with him, it can be understood that he is a righteous person. Conversely, if the neighbour is unhappy with him, it is evidence that he is not a righteous person. Being a good neighbour is proof of being a good human being. God will include such individuals in His blessings. o The Prophet Muhammad said, "Verily, they are not believers; verily, they are not believers; verily, they are not believers." It was asked, "Who, O Messenger of God?" He said, "Those whose neighbours are not safe from their mischief." ? If you encounter any issue regarding the presentation of content on the Spirit of Islam website (www.spiritofislam.co.in), please mail in your suggestions or questions to usman_888@yahoo.com.