💌 Three kinds of friends whose companionship may bring delight,
With whom you have lots in common, who are sweet and kind,
And nearly each time you see them you feel energized,
Inspired by their confidence, courage, or cheerful vibes,
But just one of these groups is worth keeping in your life:
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The first kind of friends: Freeloaders, leeches, parasites,
Opportunists or greedy pals who stick by your side
For as long as you spoil them, being constantly nice,
Buying gifts, paying for their meals when dining outside,
Giving rides, while they give nothing - not even advice.
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You may enjoy their company because oftentimes
They do share some jokes or make effort to see you smile,
But behind the facade and forced friendliness, they hide
Motives to use you as a tool to improve their lives.
Once your worldly merits are gone, they vanish from sight.
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Second type of friends: Buddies with shared likes and dislikes,
Who may have thought when they first spotted you, "This, I like,
I feel relaxed with them, and in some ways they remind
Me of myself. Their skills and attributes I admire."
While they dispel loneliness, they can't teach nor inspire.
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They're the sort to ask you, "Have you seen the film last night?",
"Can we watch this now? Do your projects another time."
And "You watched that viral vid on guys pranking their wives?"
Although their presence may invite laughter, fun, and smiles,
They can't benefit in your journey to Paradise.
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Third category of friends: Sincere Muslims who strive
To fulfill their duties to Allah, respect your rights,
Motivate you to do good like pray Qiyaam Al-Layl,
Share Islam with you, and ensure you remain upright,
And three never stem from them - rumors, rudeness, and lies.
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You're blessed if you have a few righteous friends in your life,
Including your spouse, who love it too when you advise,
Correct each other's faults and remind to do what's right.
Since they're not guilty of fraud and envy from inside,
One true friend can help in your travel to Paradise.
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📖 Abu Huraira RadhiAllahu 'anhu narrated: Allah's noble Messenger Muhammad SallAllahu 'alaihi wa sallam said, "A man is upon the religion of his close friend, so let one of you look at whom he befriends."
Source: Sunan At-Tirmidhi 2378
Grade: Sahih (Authentic) according to Al-Nawawi
📖 Abu Darda RadhiAllahu 'anhu said: "A righteous companion is better than loneliness, and loneliness is better than an evil companion. A good writer is better than one silent, and one silent is better than an evil writer."
Source: Rawdat Al-‘Uqalā 56
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