Is it permissible to describe a Christian or non-Muslim colleague as "brother" out of human fraternity, especially if the intention is to invite them to Islam and demonstrate its tolerance?
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There is no harm in using the term "brotherhood" in reference to a disbeliever in this respect, but one should not overuse it without a valid reason.
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