In a time of endless messages and comments, this hadith is a simple filter: before you speak or type, ask whether it is good.
What it teaches
Good speech is a sign of faith. If words bring benefit, say them; if not, silence is better and safer.
مَنْ كَانَ يُؤْمِنُ بِاللَّهِ وَالْيَوْمِ الآخِرِ فَلْيَقُلْ خَيْرًا أَوْ لِيَصْمُتْ
“Whoever believes in Allah and the Last Day, let him speak good or remain silent.”
A three-question filter
Before speaking or posting, ask:
- Is it true?
- Is it kind?
- Is it useful?
Teach it at home
Children learn it quickly when parents model it. Our online Islamic studies teach a hadith with explanation each week — and you can learn Quran online with the same teacher.
Keep learning with Alazhar School
Short Quran lessons, recitations and tips every week.
Topics covered in this guide
- speak good or remain silent hadith
- Islamic manners of speech
- hadith explained
- online Islamic studies
Knowledge check
One-question quick quiz
Which hadith opens Sahih al-Bukhari?
Frequently asked
Learning with Al-Azhar online
Can I study Hadith online from the USA, UK or Europe?
Yes. Live one-to-one classes are scheduled around international time zones, with the same teacher each week.
Are male and female Al-Azhar teachers available?
Yes. Families may request a qualified male or female teacher, subject to schedule availability.
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