Hadiths on Estranged Brotherhood
Below is a collection of hadiths concerning estranged brothers:
- (Shall I not inform you of something even better than the degree of fasting, prayer, and charity? They said: Yes. He said: Reconciliation between people. Indeed, causing discord among them is what destroys.)
- (Do not harbor hatred towards one another, do not envy each other, do not turn your backs on one another, and be Allah’s servants as brothers. It is not permissible for a Muslim to abandon his brother for more than three days.)
- (It is not permissible for a Muslim to abandon his brother for more than three nights; they meet and turn away from each other, the best of them is the one who initiates the greeting of peace.)
Beautiful Expressions about Brotherhood
Here are some of the most beautiful expressions about brotherhood:
- The value of brotherhood in you is unparalleled, even if distance separates us; for you reside within my heart, dear sister.
- They quarrel daily but come back the next day having forgotten each other’s faults, for they cannot bear to live without each other. This is the essence of brotherhood.
- Brotherhood is like a window made of clear glass, through which we gaze upon the beauty of the world and perceive all that is meaningful.
- When asked about purity, say it is the heart of a sister; and when inquired about safety, say it is the compassion of a brother.
- My sisters and I are princesses, born of a great queen.
- Brotherhood endures through all facets of life, sharing every experience from the beginning to eternity; it is an inescapable bond.
- “Your true brother is one who walks alongside you, sacrifices for your benefit, and when adversity strikes, gathers you together.”
- The bond of brotherhood is, by nature, akin to friendship.
- It takes two men to gain one true brother.
- Siblings share cherished childhood memories and youthful dreams.
- Brotherhood is a divine blessing; the true realization of their worth comes to those who experience it.
- There are brothers whose loyalty lasts longer than that of friends or even parents.
- Brothers are those upon whom we rely; they impart lessons of justice, cooperation, kindness, and care.
- A good brother is better than oneself, for the self is inclined towards wrongdoing, but a virtuous brother only encourages goodness.
- Assist your brother in achieving his goals, and you will see your own aspirations fulfilled.
- A brother is a pillar of the soul, a corner of the memory, a bond of recollections; he is a foundation in your spirit.
- The true brother is not simply one who shows affection with words; rather, he is one who cares even in your absence, sharing his wealth with you when you lack, and being there when misfortunes beset you.
- My cherished fortune in this world is that you are my brother.
- No matter how long life may last, the older brother remains a second father to his sister.
- The best way to gain a close friend who will always be there when needed is to seek out a little brother, and you will find he is always by your side.
- Dear sister, you are the light that brightens my life, the wellspring from which I quench my thirst for love and affection.
Sayings about Brotherhood in Faith
Here are some notable sayings on brotherhood in faith:
- Nothing has befallen me except through the company of those whom I do not esteem.
- Hold fast to your brothers; they are your support in this life and the Hereafter.
- The companion of a companion is like a patch on a garment; if it does not match, it detracts from it.
- Choose a companion who enriches your life; one who assists you in times of need, encourages your speech, appreciates your good deeds, rectifies your faults, responds generously when you request, and comforts you in your times of distress.
- Who among friends deserves to have love preserved? The one whose faith is abundant, intellect is sound, who respects you in your proximity and remembers you in your absence; who supports you when you need help, and fulfills your requirements with actions that speak louder than words.
- Three rare qualities are worth cherishing: beauty combined with virtue, good character aligned with righteousness, and sincere brotherhood enriched with trust.
- I seek forgiveness for seventy of my brothers during my prostration, invoking their names along with their fathers.
- Umar used to mention a brother by saying: “What a long night it feels!” and when morning came, he would embrace him upon seeing him.
- Be a true brother or else reject me and consider me an enemy, and I shall protect myself from you as you would from me.