Receiving Advice, Rather Than Giving It

Believers should exchange ideas in a friendly, courteous and respectful way. This is a means to good outcomes and an important opportunity for believers to demonstrate their trust in God. Believers should therefore not forget to seek each other’s advice and consult one another on any subject. Believers should take advice from each other, as it is encouraged in the Qur'an and the Prophet Muhammad (may Allah bless him and grant him peace) demonstrated this exemplary behavior. As God inspires ideas in people's minds, it is important to seek input from those whose intelligence, conscience, and honesty is trusted. This will help believers to avoid admiring their own ideas and instead understand that knowledge comes from God. When exchanging ideas, believers should be courteous and respectful, as this is an opportunity to demonstrate trust in God, and it will lead to better outcomes. Believers must strive to build an Islamic world with a bright future by engaging in respectful dialogue with each other, listening to the ideas of others, and avoiding boastful language. This will reinforce the spirit of unity among Muslims and strengthen their moral values.