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Is there a way or a place for spiritual retreat (i'tikaf), worship, studying knowledge, and isolating oneself from people for an entire lifetime, preferably in Makkah?

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The Muslim who mingles with people and patiently endures their harm is better than one who does not mingle with them and is not patient. Mingling brings benefits, helps in witnessing the rituals of Islam, increases the number of Muslims, and conveys good to them. One should avoid excessive mingling, as it wastes time and leads to forbidden acts. Gathering with people is like the need for food; one should be content with what is indispensable. A righteous companion is better than solitude, and solitude is better than an evil companion.

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