Returning a greeting with something equal or better

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Etiquette of Greeting (Salam)

Returning a greeting with something equal or better

"And when you are greeted with a greeting, greet [in return] with what is better than it, or [at least] return it in a like manner."

Reference: Qur'an, Surah An-Nisa 4:86

Explanation

A returned greeting is not optional politeness but a command, ideally matched or exceeded in warmth.

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