Will the fasting of one who has been in a dispute with her friends for eight months, and the dispute is still ongoing, be accepted, with Ramadan approaching?
The texts indicate that the sins of those Muslims who ostracize each other will not be forgiven, and their deeds will not be accepted. This warning is not specific to Ramadan. It is narrated in Sahih Muslim that the gates of Paradise are opened on Mondays and Thursdays, and everyone who does not associate anything with Allah is forgiven, except for one who has animosity between him and his brother. It is then said: "Delay these two until they reconcile." This warning does not apply to everyone who ostracizes his brother, but rather to one whose ostracism is for a worldly matter. However, if the ostracism is for a legitimate Sharia reason, such as repelling harm in religious or worldly matters, then this warning does not apply to the one who does so. Scholars have unanimously agreed that it is not permissible for a Muslim to ostracize his brother for more than three days unless there is fear of corruption in religion or harm in worldly matters. The reason for the ostracism must be considered: whether it was for personal gratification or out of zeal for the religion and repelling harm. It is also important to note the seriousness of insults and accusations against one's honor, and that one who takes retribution from someone who insulted him, without exceeding limits, commits no sin.
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