Debating to reach truth, not merely to win
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Etiquette of Disagreement & Dialogue
Debating to reach truth, not merely to win
The Prophet (SAW) said: "I guarantee a house in the surrounding area of Paradise for one who leaves off arguing, even if he is in the right."
Reference: Sunan Abi Dawud, graded Hasan, on the authority of Abu Umamah (RA)
Explanation
This hadith values humility and restraint over the satisfaction of winning an argument.
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