Waqf-e-Nau Syllabus – Series No. 2 Book No. 6 — Page 87
Etiquettes for Conversation In the Holy Quran, the Almighty enjoins us to: “Speak to men kindly. ” (2:84) In your conversation, be truthful and honest. There should be no twist in what you say. You must not exaggerate. Avoid absurd and obscene words in your conversations. Your conversation should be pure. It is mentioned in the Traditions that chaste and wholesome talk is also Sadqa and can help you to steer clear of hell-fire. Avoid the evil of backbiting in your conversation. Avoid saying anything that might hurt the feelings of others. In your conversation, you must not lose your temper as it eradicates the ability to reason. Do not spread hearsay. Do not make it a habit to take the name of the Lord Your Allah in vain. Make a habit of the frequent use of Islamic terms such as; ‘Jazakamullah’, ‘Inshallah’, ‘Mashallah’, Alhamdolillah’. Weigh up your words before you speak. If what you are to say is good then say it, otherwise keep quiet. Plain and pure talk can help make you an heir to Paradise. How to Conduct Transactions Page 87