💌 Checklist to find out if someone is a righteous friend,
If loving them for Allah is indeed a blessing,
And they deserve your trust, support, and supplications,
As they inspire you to become a better Muslim,
And each time you talk to them your faith/Imaan strengthens:
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Do they strive to serve Allah with correct intention?
Are they honest with you, not guilty of deception?
Are they grateful for Allah's gifts and what He destines,
While they're not jealous of your merits and achievements?
Do they care more about your heart than your appearance?
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When you sneeze, do they respond with proper reaction?
When you fall or make mistakes, do they avoid laughing,
And instead help you stand up or fix your shortcomings?
When you disappoint them, do they keep calm with patience?
Are they resilient, forgiving, and understanding?
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Do they get angry when some defy Allah's Rulings?
Do they defend Allah's Rights when His Laws are broken?
Do they speak up for you in awkward situations,
Console you when you're sad, and offer some assistance?
Is Tahajjud from their routine when most are sleeping?
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Do they make effort to stay away from backbiting,
Gossiping, lying, and spreading wrong information?
Do they share authentic Islamic knowledge often?
Do they respect your need for space and quiet moments?
With your progress or delayed replies are they patient?
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Are they aware of their role, this world's impermanence,
And which routes to take to win on the Day of Judgment?
Do they drive you to wear hijaab and modest clothing?
Do they warn you against crimes, envy, and wrongdoings?
Have they told you they pray for you every now and then?
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Do they grant freebies without expecting anything?
Are they free from suspicion, envious resentment,
And the urge to avenge their ego when you hurt them?
If you answered 'yes' to most of the above questions,
Such friend is worth keeping. For Allah, don't quit on them.
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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
📖 Ibn Hibban RahimahuAllah narrated that 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 who is silent, and one who is silent is better than an evil writer.”
Source: Rawdat Al-‘Uqalaa 56
📖 Abu Dharr RadhiAllahu 'anhu narrated: Allah's noble Messenger Muhammad SallAllahu 'alaihi wa sallam said, "A man does not accuse another man of wickedness or disbelief except that it will be turned against him, if his companion is innocent."
Source: Sahih Al-Bukhari 5698
Grade: Sahih (Authentic) according to Al-Bukhari
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