Besides the laws revealed by GOD that
were designed to govern our lives, the Quran has also indicated a list
of 'Etiquette' which we are advised to maintain in our dealings with
each other on this planet.
"This Reading (Quran) guides to the best path, and
brings good news to the believers who lead a righteous life, that they
have deserved a great recompense." (17:9)
The below list are not LAWS, but when GOD makes a
recommendation, it is always very advisable for us to 'hear & obey'
in a guarantee that it will lead to happiness for all involved.
Always Respond to a 'Greeting':
"When greeted with a greeting, you shall respond
with a better greeting or at least an equal one. GOD reckons all
things." (4:86)
"O ye who believe! When ye go abroad in the cause
of Allah, investigate carefully, and say not to any one who offers you
a salutation: "Thou art not a believer!"..." (4:94)
Always Say 'Good' things:
"Do you not see that GOD has cited the example of a
good word as a good tree whose root is firmly fixed, and its branches
are high in the sky. It produces its crop every season, as designed by
its Lord. GOD thus cites the examples for the people, that they may
take heed." (14:24-25)
Be 'Humble', and speak 'Lightly':
"Walk humbly and lower your voice, the ugliest voice is the donkey's voice." (31:19)
Invite to GOD with wisdom and kindness:
"Invite to the path of your Lord with wisdom and
kind enlightenment, and debate with them in the best possible manner.
Your Lord knows best who has strayed from His path, and He knows best
who are the guided ones." (16:125)
"It was mercy from GOD that you became
compassionate towards them. Had you been harsh and mean-hearted, they
would have abandoned you. Therefore, you shall pardon them and ask
forgiveness for them, and consult them. Once you make a decision, carry
out your plan, and trust in GOD. GOD loves those who trust in Him."
(3:159)
Be Kind to your parents:
"Your Lord has decreed that you shall not worship
except Him, and your parents shall be honored. As long as one or both
of them live, you shall never say to them, "Uff" (the slightest gesture
of annoyance), nor shall you shout at them; you shall treat them
amicably. And lower for them the wings of humility, and kindness, and
say, "My Lord, have mercy on them, for they have raised me from
infancy." (17:23-24)
Suppress Anger & Forgive People:
"who (the righteous) give to charity during the
good times, as well as the bad times. They are suppressors of anger,
and pardoners of the people. GOD loves the charitable." (3:134)
Counter Evil with Good:
"Not equal is the good response and the bad
response. You shall resort to the nicest possible response. Thus, the
one who used to be your enemy, may become your best friend." (41:34)
"They steadfastly persevere in seeking their Lord,
observe the Link (Salat), spend from our provisions to them secretly
and publicly, and counter evil with good. These have deserved the best
abode." (13:22)
Do NOT Say 'Bad' things:
"And the example of the bad word is that of a bad tree chopped at the soil level; it has no roots to keep it firm." (14:26)
Do NOT be 'Arrogant' or 'Carefree':
"You shall not treat the people with arrogance, nor
shall you roam the earth carefree. GOD does not like the arrogant
showoffs." (31:18)
Do NOT engage in 'ignorant' talk:
"The servants of the Almighty are those who tread
the earth gently, and when the ignorant speak to them, they only utter
peace." (25:63)
Do NOT Curse the Idolaters:
"And do not curse those who call on other than GOD,
lest they blaspheme and curse GOD, out of ignorance. We have adorned
the works of every group in their eyes. Ultimately, they return to
their Lord, then He informs them of everything they had done." (6:108)
Do NOT make fun of others, or call them names:
"O you who believe, no people shall ridicule other
people, for they may be better than they. Nor shall any women ridicule
other women, for they may be better than they. Nor shall you mock one
another, or call each other names. Evil indeed is the reversion to
wickedness after attaining faith. Anyone who does not repent after
this, these are the transgressors." (49:11)
Do NOT be suspicious, or spy on one another, or backbite:
"O you who believe, if a wicked person brings any
news to you, you shall first investigate, lest you commit injustice
towards some people, out of ignorance, then become sorry and remorseful
for what you have done." (49:6)
"O you who believe, you shall avoid any suspicion,
for even a little bit of suspicion is sinful. You shall not spy on one
another, nor shall you backbite one another; this is as abominable as
eating the flesh of your dead brother. You certainly abhor this. You
shall observe GOD. GOD is Redeemer, Most Merciful." (49:12)
Do NOT be 'Racist':
"O people, We created you from the same male and
female, and rendered you distinct peoples and tribes, that you may
recognize one another. The best among you in the sight of GOD is the
most righteous. GOD is Omniscient, Cognizant." (49:13)