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Manners of Conversation from the Perspective of Quran and
the Prophet (S.A.W.W)
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Author: Bakhtiar Azizi
Supervising Professor: Hojjatul Islam Ali Mahdavi Farid 2
Reccive: 12/6/2013 Accept: 27/10/2013

Abstract
In this article we studied and evaluated ‘Manners of conversation from perspective
of the Holy Quran and the Prophet (Peace Be Upon Him)’. We studied the
importance of dialogue and its place in the Quran, emphasizing on its quality of
being natural, various types of conversation and harmful aspects of conversation.
The significance of this research was due to finding answers for the questions put
forward; that is: Why do we sometimes face problem in the dialog and
conversations with others? What are the proper manners and rules? What are the
principles set by the Quran in this regard? Which practical method did the Prophet
(PBUH) use to adopt? What are harmful aspects and damages of conversation?
Some of the results obtained in this study are: manners such as good speech,
truthfulness, good behavior, gentleness, humility, beneficence to family, people
and needy ones, and avoiding backbiting and talking loudly, etc. are mentioned in
Quranic verses and sayings of the Prophet (PBUH). In debates, behaviors such as
listening to the claims of the opponent, choosing the best words, avoiding
controversy, speaking softly, avoiding aggressiveness, etc. are considered good.
As for the harmful aspects of dialogue, Quran and the Holy Prophet (PBUH)
condemn prattle, talkativeness, flattery, backbiting, anger, etc. The final result is
that to reach an amicable, efficient and pleasant conversation, one should follow
the above mentioned rules and should also stay away from the stated harmful
aspects of dialogue.

Keywords: Quran, The Prophet (S.A.W.W), Manners of Conversation, Controversy,
Debate

1. Master of Art in Islamic Ethics, bakhtyar52@gmail.com.
2. Professor of Ethics Institute, aamf53@gmail.com.