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Is what is stated in the article true, concerning the existence of events and stories in Medina, such as the story of the man who consulted the Messenger about his wife who was lenient with men, and stories about brothels during the life of the Messenger, and the reason for the revelation of the verse: "And do not compel your slave girls to prostitution if they desire chastity"?

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The aforementioned article, titled "Love in the Sight of the Prophet (peace be upon him)," was criticized for containing disrespect towards the Prophet (peace be upon him) and his Companions, suspicious claims, and the use of phrases such as "brothels in Medina during the lifetime of the Messenger."

It was pointed out that the society of Medina was virtuous, despite the presence of some hypocrites and individuals with sick souls, and that the existence of corruption was not a widespread phenomenon.

The hadith "She does not repel the hand of a toucher" was also discussed, clarifying the scholarly disagreement regarding its meaning. The most probable interpretations are that she does not refuse someone who extends their hand to derive pleasure from touching her, or that her husband understood from her situation that she would not refuse someone who desired immorality.

The linking of the presence of effeminate men (mukhannathun) to the Prophet's (peace be upon him) endorsement of them was rejected; rather, he ordered their expulsion.

The story of Mughith and Barirah was considered a story of a man with his wife, and the story of the young man who "met his lover" was deemed closer to fictional tales.

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