Maintaining moderation in friendship

Q: What is the meaning (tafsir) of these words by Luqman Al hakim (A.S): " Don't be so sweet that people swallow you up, nor so bitter that they spit you out"

A: Maintain moderation in your relationship with people. When someone becomes over friendly then generally people take advantage over him. Similarly, if you have a disinclination towards someone then don't be impolite.

And Allah Ta'ala (الله تعالى) knows best.

 

Answered by:

Mufti Ebrahim Salejee (Isipingo Beach)

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