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Sahih al-Bukhari 6258 (Book 79, Hadith 32) #6011
Responding to Greetings from People of the Scripture

SUMMARY: The Prophet ﷺ taught us to reply with 'Wa'alaikum' when greeted by people of the Scripture.

Narrated Anas bin Malik: the Prophet said, "If the people of the Scripture greet you, then you should say (in reply), 'Wa'alaikum (And on you)'. "
حَدَّثَنَا عُثْمَانُ بْنُ أَبِي شَيْبَةَ، حَدَّثَنَا هُشَيْمٌ، أَخْبَرَنَا عُبَيْدُ اللَّهِ بْنُ أَبِي بَكْرِ بْنِ أَنَسٍ، حَدَّثَنَا أَنَسُ بْنُ مَالِكٍ ـ رضى الله عنه ـ قَالَ قَالَ النَّبِيُّ ‏ "‏ إِذَا سَلَّمَ عَلَيْكُمْ أَهْلُ الْكِتَابِ فَقُولُوا وَعَلَيْكُمْ

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QUICK LESSONS:
Respond politely when greeted by people from other faiths
EXPLANATIONS:
This hadith teaches us that when we are greeted by people of other faiths, we should respond in kind and say ‘Wa’alaikum’. This is a sign of respect and kindness towards them, as it shows that we acknowledge their presence and recognize their faith. It also serves as an example for us to be polite and courteous in our interactions with others, regardless of their beliefs or backgrounds. We should always strive to treat everyone with respect and kindness, even if they do not share our beliefs or opinions.

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