Hadith 321
The Book of the Prohibited actions
ENGLISH
Buraidah (May Allah be pleased with him) said:
The Messenger of Allah (ﷺ) said, "Do not address a hypocrite with the title of chief, (or similar titles of respect) for even if he deserves this title you will invite Allah's Wrath by using it for him." <b>[Abu Dawud]</b>.
ARABIC
عن بريدة رضي الله عنه قال: قال رسول الله صلى الله عليه وسلم :
لا تقولوا للمنافق سيد، فإنه إن يكن سيدًا، فقد أسخطتم ربكم عز وجل
Hadith referenceRiyad as-Salihin 321
CollectionRiyad as-Salihin
BookThe Book of the Prohibited actions
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