What is the ruling on sitting with bad companions?
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Question:
In the second question from this questioner, he says: Your Eminence, is it permissible for us to sit with bad companions, even if some of them pray, but they do not stop from certain matters that are contrary to the religion, such as cursing, lying, and laughter that is caused by fabrications? Is it permissible for us to mix with such people?
Answer:
It is not permissible for you to mix with such people. Sitting with them is a great disease and a major evil. It is not permissible for you to associate with them; rather, you should beware of them, unless you intend to advise them. You may pass by them, advise them, warn them against this, and then leave. As for sitting with them and keeping their company, no, it is not permissible, because this will harm you greatly in your religion. We ask Allah for well-being. Yes.
In the second question from this questioner, he says: Your Eminence, is it permissible for us to sit with bad companions, even if some of them pray, but they do not stop from certain matters that are contrary to the religion, such as cursing, lying, and laughter that is caused by fabrications? Is it permissible for us to mix with such people?
Answer:
It is not permissible for you to mix with such people. Sitting with them is a great disease and a major evil. It is not permissible for you to associate with them; rather, you should beware of them, unless you intend to advise them. You may pass by them, advise them, warn them against this, and then leave. As for sitting with them and keeping their company, no, it is not permissible, because this will harm you greatly in your religion. We ask Allah for well-being. Yes.
Source
binbaz.org.sa
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