How should you react (for a male) when a kafir provokes or threatens you?

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I heard that the kuffar should have fear in their hearts when they pass a Muslim. So if a kafir tries to threaten you, should you ignore it or stand up to him?

Mufti Ebrahim Desai · Accepted Answer

If a Muslim is sincere and dedicated to Shari'ah and he obeys the ordains of Shari'ah, Allah Ta'ala grants him respect and fills the hearts of people with awe for him.

If a Muslim person is under threat by anyone (Muslim or non-Muslim) due to emotions, etc. he should ignore the person and avoid being provoked. Allah Ta'ala describes the characteristics of his noble servants in the Qur' aan-e-Kareem, 'When the ignorant address them, they avoid them with diplomacy by saying salaam (turn away).'

and Allah Ta'ala Knows Best

Mufti Ebrahim Desai
FATWA DEPT.

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