In our weekly review of the book, "The Islamic Etiquettes of Using the Telephone", we next today review Chapters 13 and 14 of the book.

Past review here

Chapters 13 and 14 of the book focus on the etiquette of using the phone in different settings. In "The Phone and People of the House," the importance of having a responsible and knowledgeable guardian of the home is emphasized, particularly with regards to phone use. The author suggests that lifting the phone receiver should be avoided when there is a male relative present, and that children should be taught proper phone manners. The negative consequences of allowing the phone to disrupt family life and privacy are also highlighted.

In "The Phone and the Office," the author urges those in positions of responsibility to set an example of modesty and professionalism in their phone use, especially when dealing with confidential information. The need for effective call screening and redirection is emphasized, in order to avoid unnecessary interruptions and maintain productivity.

Overall, these chapters provide valuable guidance on how to use the phone in a way that is respectful, considerate, and effective in different contexts.

Lessons from these chapters

- The importance of having a guardian who is intelligent, informed, and has good organizational skills to ensure the household is run in accordance with the pure shari'ah.
- The need to teach family members manners of the telephone and the importance of not meddling in phone calls.
- The importance of not answering the phone while there is a male relative at home to avoid inappropriate interactions.
- The negative effects of having the phone accessible to all household members, including the potential for children to hear inappropriate conversations.
- The importance of remembering Allah and seeking His guidance and protection in all matters related to the phone and other aspects of daily life.
- The need for modesty and professionalism in dealing with confidential information in the workplace.
- The importance of having a system in place for handling phone calls to ensure that relevant calls are forwarded and unnecessary calls are ignored.
- The need for the person responsible to distance themselves from pride and seek Allah's guidance in their actions.


To be continued...