Man is liable to imitate and copy those whom he befriends. If one's friends engage in virtuous deeds, this would prompt him to imitate their good qualities. Whereas, if one's friends indulge in bad practices, then it is very likely for him to get accustomed with their bad characteristics
and eventually incorporate them in his behavior, knowingly or unknowingly!
Such is also true concerning one's religion and beliefs as Allah's Messenger (peace and blessings of Allah be upon him) is reported to have said,
'Man is on the religion of his companions, so let one of you choose whom he befriends.'
[Ahmad, Abu Dawood and Tirmidhee]
A Muslim's primary concern before choosing friends should be to seek the Pleasure of Allah in the friendship. The Messenger of Allah (sallallahu alaihi wa-sallam) said, 'Whoever loves for Allah, and hates for Allah, gives for Allah and withholds for Allah, has completed his faith.' [Abu Dawood]
Such a simple message, Jummah Mubarak -:)
Aisha
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