To what extent is the saying "shabbiness is a part of faith" valid for justifying the neglect of clothing cleanliness?
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A Muslim should be beautiful in their attire and appearance to the best of their ability, because "Allah is beautiful and loves beauty." This means that beautifying oneself is beloved, provided it is not extravagant or descends to an unfitting level.
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