Al-Jar dhul-Qurba, Al-Jar Al-Junub, Al-Sahib Bil-Janb and Ibn Al-Sabil

Q 1: What is the meaning of Al-Jar dhul-Qurba, Al-Jar Al-Junub, Al-Sahib Bil-Janb and Ibn Al-Sabil?

A: Al-Jar dhul-Qurba is the neighbor who has blood relation with you. He has two rights:The right of proximity and the right of kinship.Al-Jar Al-Junub is the neighbor who is not kin; The closer he is, the more rights he deserves.Concerning Al-Sahib Bil-Janb, it is said that it may be the woman, the companion on a journey, or a friend in general as the word is general. The friend has extra rights toward his friend, beyond just the rights of Islam. The stronger the relationship is, (Part No. 26; Page No. 100) the rights become more binding.Ibn Al-Sabil is the traveler on a journey who has the right of board and lodging, companionship, and delivering him to his destination, according to one's ability.May Allah grant us success. May peace and blessings be upon our Prophet Muhammad, his family, and Companions.