Understanding The Prophet's Life
From Issue: 751 [Read full issue]
Honouring Guests
Khalid ibn Amr relates that he heard the Messenger of God, the Prophet Muhammad (peace and blessings be upon him) saying: He who believes in God and the Last Day should honour his guest as he deserves.
He was asked: ‘And what does he deserve, O Messenger of God?' and he answered:
"A day and a night of what he deserves, and hospitality for three days. More than this is charity." (Bukhari, Muslim).
As the above-mentioned Hadith indicates, guests are to be welcomed. But this openness and generosity should not be abused so as to be a burden on the hosts.
This factor should be taken into consideration for those of us who come from families back home who may not be well off financially. We should act wisely and judge for ourselves how long is too long for our hosts.
Compiled From:
"Etiquette guide for being the ideal guest" - Abdul Malik Mujahid