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Statement of Imaam Shafi'ee (Rahmatullahi Alayh)

· 17 Shawwal 1433 AH1 min readEnglish

Question

Respected Mufti Saheb Please verify if the statement below is correct:

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This is a bit harsh BUT very wise and beneficial words. "Say what you wish in abuse of me, for my silence towards an idiot is indeed an answer. I am not at a loss for a response but rather, It does not befit the lion to answer dogs." - Imam Shafi (rahimaullah)

What have you learnt form this statement?

Answer

This statement of Imaam Shafi (Rahmatullahi Alaihi) is recorded in his book Deewaan of Imaam Shafi Rahmatullahi Alaihi (pg 43 no.19). The meaning is correct, however, people of understanding know the context in which the statement should be quoted, without hurting the feelings of people or causing any pain to them.

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Mufti Zakaria Makada
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Mufti Ebrahim Salejee (Isipingo Beach)
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