between them. It is also said, “This resembles that more closely than the other does.” Both resemble it, but one resembles it more closely, while all three remain distinct. Allah Most High says:

“Likewise, those before them said the same as they say. Their hearts are alike.” [al-Baqarah 118]

Yet their hearts remain distinct. An authentic report states that the Prophet (peace and blessings be upon him) cursed men who imitate women and women who imitate men. This, then, is resemblance alongside