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Why is the title "Hadrat" or similar not used when mentioning female Companions, as is done with male Companions?

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Loving the Companions, venerating them, and seeking Allah's pleasure for them is part of faith, for they are the best of the Ummah after the Prophet, peace and blessings be upon him. There is no difference in this between men and women; all are equal in the principle of love and veneration, differing only according to their ranks in companionship and virtue. The common practice of people has been to seek Allah's pleasure for the Companions, both male and female, without adding titles like "His Eminence" (حضرة) or "Mr." (السيد), unless it is a commonly recognized title. Disputing over such titles is an unnecessary and forbidden affectation. The linguistic etiquette should be the same for both male and female Companions. Such an issue should not cause conflict among Muslims. Instead, one should refer to the practice of the Salaf (pious predecessors) and simply seek Allah's pleasure for the Companions. It is permissible to mention their established titles, or occasionally use a term of veneration without obligation.

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