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in a gathering; these are seven:
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The First: One should not start the meal while in his presence there are those
more deserving, such as elders and those of higher station, except to show them
the way, then one should not keep them waiting especially if they are all gathered
and ready to eat.
The Second: They should not keep silent while eating as this is the habit of the
non Arabs, but they should speak in a well mannered way about the behavior of
the righteous people regarding food.
The Third: To be considerate to your companions regarding the tray in not taking
more than the others, as this is unlawful, unless his companions are pleased to
let him do that. The food is to be shared between all.
It is prohibited to swear an oath to force someone to eat. Al-Hasan ibn Ali (may
stopped here
The First: One should not start the meal while in his presence there are those
more deserving, such as elders and those of higher station, except to show them
the way, then one should not keep them waiting especially if they are all gathered
and ready to eat.
The Second: They should not keep silent while eating as this is the habit of the
non Arabs, but they should speak in a well mannered way about the behavior of
the righteous people regarding food.
The Third: To be considerate to your companions regarding the tray in not taking
more than the others, as this is unlawful, unless his companions are pleased to
let him do that. The food is to be shared between all.
It is prohibited to swear an oath to force someone to eat. Al-Hasan ibn Ali (may