Waqf-e-Nau Syllabus – Series No. 2 Book No. 6 — Page 89
speak plainly and truthfully. If there is any defect in the article make a clear mention of it. If you borrow any money from someone do not show any negligence but return it by the due date. The Holy Prophet of Islam (saw) has said that a truthful, trustworthy businessman will share the company of the prophets, the righteous and the martyrs. Therefore, to be in the company of the prophets, the righteous and the martyrs, the best way is to be a good trustee and also truthful and trustworthy in the matter of all financial transactions. Etiquette on Meeting Others If the time of a meeting has been agreed be punctual. If you are to meet someone at his house, then enter it only after you have been granted permission. If at the other’s residence you are denied admission then come back without feeling aggrieved. When you go to see somebody say; ‘Assalam O Alaikum’. Do not go to any functions unless you are invited. During meetings you should listen carefully to what others say. When you go to meet someone wear clean and neat clothes and avoid the use of any article with an unpleasant smell. Frequent mutual meetings promote love and affection and eradicate malice and resentment. Page 89