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If a Muslim sends salaams to another, it should returned in this manner
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وَعَلَيْهِ السَّلَامُ وَرَحْمَةُ اللَّهِ وَبَرَكَاتُهُ
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“On him be safety, Allah’s mercy and blessings”.
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Reply to the person conveying the salaam on behalf of another
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وَعَلَيْكَ وَعَلَيْهِ السَّلَامُ
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“Safety be on you and him.
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Muslim brethren should shake hands with salaams. Prophet Mohammad (S.A.W.) stated that if two Muslims meet and shake hands, their minor sins are forgiven before they part.
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It is narrated by Abu Dawood that when Muslims shake hands on meeting, praise Allah and make dua for forgiveness, then they are forgiven.
(Mishkat) |
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