Is the prohibition of initiating the greeting of peace with the People of the Book a general rule?
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Question:
... Is this specific to the Jews, or does it also apply to the Christians?
Answer:
It applies to the Christians and all disbelievers. In the other wording:Sahih Muslim 2167a, the Prophet (peace and blessings be upon him) said: The term "People of the Book" encompasses them all.
... Is this specific to the Jews, or does it also apply to the Christians?
Answer:
It applies to the Christians and all disbelievers. In the other wording:
Do not greet the Jews and the Christians
لا تبدؤوا اليهود ولا النصارىIf the People of the Book greet you
إذا سلّم أهل الكتاب
Source
binbaz.org.sa
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