What is the explanation of the hadith, "Do not hate one another, and do not envy one another"?
The text of the Hadith: "Do not envy one another; do not hate one another; do not spy on one another; do not eavesdrop on one another; and do not outbid one another (with no intention of buying), but rather be, O servants of Allah, brethren."
Its meaning: A prohibition of evil deeds that lead to animosity and hatred, which are: - Envy (Al-Hasad): Wishing for the removal of a blessing from another. - Mutual Hatred (Al-Tabaghud): Engaging in acts that cause hatred. - Spying (Al-Tajassus): Searching for people's faults and secrets, except for what is exempted for saving a life. - Eavesdropping (Al-Tahassus): Seeking something through the senses, such as listening in. - Outbidding with no intention of buying (Al-Tanajush): Not mentioned in the text.
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