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Is a Muslim woman's visit to people who commit some Sharia violations, such as not lowering the volume of music and wearing immodest clothes, without her denouncing their actions, considered disobedience to Allah in seeking to please people? And how can she overcome this embarrassment while maintaining good relations with them?

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A woman must conceal herself from non-mahram men, especially during times of temptation. She should not enter upon men or sit with them except out of necessity and in accordance with legitimate Islamic guidelines. The default is for women to remain in their homes. It is permissible for her to visit a group that includes committed men if there is no fear of temptation and there is a valid need. If a woman observes an objectionable act during a visit, she must denounce it with wisdom and gentleness. If the objectionable act extends to her, she must leave the place, otherwise she would be complicit. However, if the objectionable act does not extend to her, then the religious benefit of either shunning or associating should be considered, depending on what leads the perpetrator of the sin to abandon their disobedience.

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