holds an opinion that contradicts the other. This intellectual estrangement, too, was forbidden by the Messenger—peace and blessings be upon him.

In my view, another manifestation of turning away occurs when, after pronouncing the taslīm at the end of the prayer, some brothers step forward about a handspan ahead of the row. This, too, is a form of turning away. People have complained about it, saying, “When we finish praying he moves forward a little and blocks my view of the imam—especially if a lesson is about to begin. Everyone knows that seeing the teacher keeps one more alert and aids understanding, so some of us find this annoying.” A Muslim, therefore, should be perceptive and considerate: do not move in front of your brothers and leave them behind you. If you need more space, rise, walk a good distance ahead, and then sit down if you are in the first row; and if you are in the second row, move back. But do not edge forward while those behind you remain seated, for that is ill-mannered and another form of turning away.

In this and every other matter, one must remain mindful of others and avoid selfishness—acting only on a passing impulse without regard for the people around him or for the criticism his behavior may invite.

The fifth clause states, “Do not undercut one another’s sales,” for doing so engenders dislike, enmity, and rancor. A practical example is when someone approaches a buyer who has purchased an item for 100 and says, “I will sell you the same for 80,” or, “I will give you something better for the same 100.” The buyer then annuls the first contract and concludes a new one with the second seller. In this