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How can one reconcile "But as for the favor of your Lord, report [it]" with "Do not relate your vision to your brothers" and "Do not enter through one gate but enter through separate gates," taking into account that the interpretation of the last verse relates to the fear of the evil eye and envy?

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Speaking of Allah's blessings and acknowledging them as a form of gratitude to Him is a legitimate requirement, as Allah Almighty says: "But as for the favor of your Lord, report [it]." (Quran 93:11). And the Prophet, peace be upon him, said: "Speaking of Allah's blessings is gratitude, and neglecting to do so is disbelief."

However, not speaking of a blessing is permissible when there is fear of harm, envy, or plotting, as Allah Almighty said on behalf of Jacob, peace be upon him: "Do not relate your vision to your brothers, lest they concoct against you a plot." (Quran 12:5). And the Prophet, peace be upon him, said: "Seek help in achieving your needs through secrecy, for every possessor of a blessing is envied."

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