A Lost Etiquette

{O you who believe, do not enter houses other than your own until you have asked permission and greeted their occupants; that is better for you, so that you may pay heed.} (an-Noor 24: 27)

 A Lost Etiquette is a detailed study of the correct etiquette for seeking permission to enter someone’s house or private room to protect people’s privacy, prevent intrusion, and ensure that the home remains a place of tranquility for the residents. This practice was critical during the time of Prophet Muhammad (bpuh), when there were no curtains or screens. The rules pertaining to invited or uninvited guests and social visits or dinner invitations apply in contemporary times as well. Rules for seeking permission within the house vary for children, close relatives, and married couples, as well as for situations like returning from a journey.

This enlightening and informative text is written with sensitivity and a deep understanding of decorum, privacy, and respect for others.

Author: M Ismail Al Muqaddim
Translator: Farhia Yahya
Publisher: International Islamic Publishing House
Pages: 185
Binding: Hardcover
Dimensions: 15x23x1.3 cms