If someone insulted me or wronged me, is it permissible for me to hit him?
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If someone wrongs you by cursing, it is permissible for you to retaliate in kind without exceeding the limit, for Allah Almighty says: "And if you punish [an enemy], then punish with an equivalent of that with which you were afflicted." Patience and forgiveness are better for the wronged, for Allah Almighty says: "But if you are patient - it is better for those who are patient." It is not permissible to hit someone who cursed you, because hitting is more severe than cursing.
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