Addressing an old man with 'Shayib' of 'Shibat Al-Rahman'

Q 2: What is the ruling on saying to an elderly man: "O white-haired of Al-Rahman"?


A: It is permissible to say so though it is better to call him by his name, to say "O brother" if he is a Muslim, or "O slave of Allah" etc.May Allah grant us success. May peace and blessings be upon our Prophet Muhammad, his family, and Companions.

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