Is it better to hold one's tongue regarding what is happening among the students of knowledge, or to clarify and discuss?
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Question:
He says: Is it better for me to hold my tongue regarding what is happening among the students of knowledge, or to clarify and discuss?
Answer:
It is mutual advice. A person should restrain his tongue from talking about people, backbiting, and talebearing. If they do not respond, you should remain silent and hold your tongue. Do not get involved with them in quarrels or exchanging harsh words. Do not engage with them in this except through advice and exhortation. If they accept it, praise be to Allah. If they do not accept it, you have fulfilled what is required of you.
He says: Is it better for me to hold my tongue regarding what is happening among the students of knowledge, or to clarify and discuss?
Answer:
It is mutual advice. A person should restrain his tongue from talking about people, backbiting, and talebearing. If they do not respond, you should remain silent and hold your tongue. Do not get involved with them in quarrels or exchanging harsh words. Do not engage with them in this except through advice and exhortation. If they accept it, praise be to Allah. If they do not accept it, you have fulfilled what is required of you.
Source
قناة «العلامة الدكتور صالح الفوزان»، هل الأفضل أن يمسك لسانه تجاه ما يحدث بين طلبة العلم أم يبين ويناقش؟ للشيخ الفوزان — youtube.com
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