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3436. It was narrated that Usâmah bin Sharik said: "I saw the Bedouins asking the Prophet ﷺ: 'Is there any harm in such and such, is there any harm in such and such?' He said to them: 'O slaves of Allāh! Allāh has only made harm in that which transgresses the honor of one's brother. That is what is sinful.' They said: 'O Messenger of Allāh! Is there any sin if we do not seek treatment?' He said: 'Seek treatment, O slaves of Allāh! For Allāh does not create any disease but He also creates with it the cure, except for old age.' They said: 'O Messenger of Allāh, what is the best thing that a person may be given?' He said: 'Good manners.'" (Sahih)
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a. It was the phenomenon of the great character of the Prophet ﷺ that he used to bear bad behavior of new Muslims patiently.
b. The teachings of Islam suit the nature of human beings so they are easy to follow.
c. Cutting a portion of his honor (transgressing his honor) means that he behaves or speaks with him in a manner that affects his self-respect.
d. Taking medicine for any disease is also among the lawful means, so it is allowed.
