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Accept the Invitation
Difficulty:Easy
60 minutes
sahih
The Sunnah
The Prophet ﷺ said: "When one of you is invited (to a meal), let him accept. If he is fasting, let him pray (for the host), and if he is not fasting, let him eat."
Source: Sahih Muslim 1429
The Science
Accepting an invitation honours the one who reaches out and strengthens the ties of brotherhood. Even when fasting, the Prophet ﷺ taught us to attend and pray for the host.
How to Practice
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Accept invitations from family, friends and neighbours
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Attend even if you can stay only briefly
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If fasting, attend and make du’a for the host
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Thank your host and pray for them when leaving
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