It's All About Speaking

SPEAK THE TRUTH – AL QUR’AN 3:17

Translation from :
Sahih International: The patient, the true, the obedient, those who spend [in the way of Allah], and those who seek forgiveness before dawn.

Muhammad Sarwar: who exercise patience, speak the truth, who are devoted in prayer, spend their property for the cause of God and seek forgiveness from God during the last part of the night.

SPEAK STRAIGHT – AL QUR’AN 33:70

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Sahih International: O you who have believed, fear Allah and speak words of appropriate justice.

Muhammad Sarwar: Believers, have fear of God and speak righteous words.

SPEAK JUSTICE – AL QUR’AN 6:152

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Sahih International: And do not approach the orphan's property except in a way that is best until he reaches maturity. And give full measure and weight in justice. We do not charge any soul except [with that within] its capacity. And when you testify, be just, even if [it concerns] a near relative. And the covenant of Allah fulfill. This has He instructed you that you may remember

Muhammad Sarwar: Do not handle the property of the orphans except with a good reason until they become mature and strong. Maintain equality in your dealings by the means of measurement and balance. No soul is responsible for what is beyond it's ability. Be just in your words, even if the party involved is one of your relatives and keep your promise with God. Thus does your Lord guide you so that you may take heed.

SPEAK KINDLY – AL QUR’AN 2:83

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Sahih International: And [recall] when We took the covenant from the Children of Israel, [enjoining upon them], "Do not worship except Allah ; and to parents do good and to relatives, orphans, and the needy. And speak to people good [words] and establish prayer and give zakah." Then you turned away, except a few of you, and you were refusing.

Muhammad Sarwar: We made a covenant with the children of Israel that they should not worship anyone except Me, that they should serve their parents, relatives, orphans, and the destitute, that they should speak righteous words to people, and that they should be steadfast in their prayers and pay the religious tax. But soon after you made this covenant, all but a few of you broke it heedlessly.

SPEAK POLITELY – AL QUR’AN 17:53

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Sahih International: And tell My servants to say that which is best. Indeed, Satan induces [dissension] among them. Indeed Satan is ever, to mankind, a clear enemy.

Muhammad Sarwar: (Muhammad), tell My servants to say what is best. Satan sows dissension among them; he is the sworn enemy of human beings.

SPEAK FAIRLY – AL QUR’AN 17:28

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Sahih International: And if you [must] turn away from the needy awaiting mercy from your Lord which you expect, then speak to them a gentle word.

Muhammad Sarwar: If you are not able to assist them, at least speak to them in a kind manner.

SPEAK GENTLY – AL QUR’AN 20:44

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Sahih International: And speak to him with gentle speech that perhaps he may be reminded or fear [Allah].

Muhammad Sarwar: Both of you must speak with him in a gentle manner so that perhaps he may come to himself or have fear (of God).

SPEAK GRACIOUSLY – AL QUR’AN 17:23

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Sahih International: And your Lord has decreed that you not worship except Him, and to parents, good treatment. Whether one or both of them reach old age [while] with you, say not to them [so much as], "uff," and do not repel them but speak to them a noble word.

Muhammad Sarwar: Your Lord has ordained that you must not worship anything other than Him and that you must be kind to your parents. If either or both of your parents should become advanced in age, do not express to them words which show your slightest disappointment. Never yell at them but always speak to them with kindness.

SPEAK NOT IN VAIN – AL QUR’AN 23:3

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Sahih International: And they who turn away from ill speech

Muhammad Sarwar: who avoid impious talks,

SPEAK NO LIE – AL QUR’AN 22:30

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Sahih International: That [has been commanded], and whoever honors the sacred ordinances of Allah - it is best for him in the sight of his Lord. And permitted to you are the grazing livestock, except what is recited to you. So avoid the uncleanliness of idols and avoid false statement,

Muhammad Sarwar: Such are the regulations of hajj. To respect the prohibitions of God is a virtuous deed in the sight of one's Lord. Consuming the flesh of certain animals is made lawful for you. Stay away from wickedness, idols, and false words.