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began scolding him using abusive language. The listeners getting angry wanted to beat him but Ali said to them, Do not beat him but ask him tenderly what his trouble is; whether a member of his family died; whether he is in debt and whether he is getting enough food every day" When he was asked what his trouble was, the man replied that his young son had died; he was in heavy debts and that he was not getting enough food.
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This is the cause for his anger and irritation and for his abusive language ". Having said this Hazrat Ali, immediately got some money from his house and gave it to him. This enabled him to pay off his debts, to buy food for his family and to start a business.
That very day he changed into a gentleman. Those who use wealth like Hazrat Ali to help others are blessed.
The fifth means is language. The power of speech distinguishes man f.om animals. Man can express his thoughts and feelings effectively using language. Man can condemn others or he can also praise others. He can scold others using abusive language; he can also admire the merits of others. By using harsh and cruel words, he can increase the number of his enemies, He can also make friends with people by speaking soft and sweet words.
Wise people always use their power of speech in
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