Choosing Righteous Friends: Qualities of a True Friend

True friends are those who possess Taqwa (fear of Allah) and encourage righteousness, drawing you closer to Allah.
A good friend's outward appearance should remind you of Allah, reflecting adherence to Sunnah (e.g., beard, clothing above ankles).
Their speech should increase your knowledge, whether in worldly matters or religious teachings, always speaking truth and beneficial words.
Their actions should remind you of the afterlife, such as going to the Masjid, performing Salah, and treating others with kindness and compassion.
Disobeying Allah to please friends can lead to severe consequences in both this life and the hereafter.
A historical example highlights how a man, to please his friend, rejected truth and disgraced himself, ultimately facing severe punishment.

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