The tongue is the mouthpiece of the heart; whatever is in the heart will be revealed through the tongue. When a person is calm he can maintain a facade, however the moment he becomes angry, passionate or embroiled in an argument, his tongue will reveal what is truly in his heart. If a person does not work on cleaning his heart and mind, these things will surface under pressure. When a person is tested by his pride being pricked or by being provoked, then he will show his true colours. However, a believer whose heart has been cleansed will always respond with honour and dignity whatever the situation.
[This short excerpt is based on a brothers’ majlis (gathering held for spiritual training) held by Shaykh Abu Yusuf Riyadh ul Haq on 30th January 2002].
I like Sheikh Riyadh ul Haq.
Great words…always to remember…
Thanks for sharing this beautiful and valuable information. We should protect our Muslim brothers from our tongue and hands as we are guided by the Holy Prophet PBUH. We should learn Islam and forward the teachings to other Muslims as well. Thanks