اخلاق تکلم قرآن وحدیث کی روشنی میں

Abstract

Speech Ethics is an important part of Islamic teachings. It guides a person to safeguard their tongue, speak truthfully, with gentleness, and treat others with respect. It emphasizes avoiding useless talk, refraining from backbiting and slander, and resolving disagreements with wisdom. The Holy Prophet ﷺ said: “Speak good or remain silent” The Qur’an repeatedly commands speaking the truth, conversing with kindness, and avoiding rumors.

Akhlāq al-Takallum (Ethics of Speech) also refers to the manner in which the Almighty Lord addresses humanity. When Allah, the Exalted, speaks to human beings with love and compassion, it becomes incumbent upon humans by obeying the Lord to speak in the best and most beautiful manner. For this reason, all the Prophets and the Imams (peace be upon them) likewise spoke with an excellent and graceful mode of expression. They always advised that whenever one speaks, it should be in the finest and most noble manner.

Even when someone showed disrespect toward the Imams (peace be upon them), they responded with refined and dignified speech. Islam grants significant importance to good speech, which serves as a lesson and message for people to hold firmly to good character. Indeed, Allah, the Lord of Glory, is greatly pleased with such conduct.