Joking only within the bounds of truth

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Etiquette of Speech, Joking & Gatherings

Joking only within the bounds of truth

When asked whether he joked, the Prophet (SAW) replied: "I only say what is true."

Reference: Jami' al-Tirmidhi, graded Hasan, on the authority of Abu Hurayrah (RA)

Explanation

Humor is shown here to be fully compatible with truthfulness, rather than requiring exaggeration or fabrication.

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