Etiquette of Hosting Guests

 From our father, Ibrahim's (AS) hosting on the angels, we learn best practices for hosting respected guests.

1. Give salaams foremost when guests arrive at our door.

2. Do not complain about unannounced visitors.

3. Honor guests.

4. Do not demand an introduction in order to serve them.

5. Take care of their needs before engaging in conversation.

6. Serve them with the best of what we have.

7. Expect them to partake of the food.

8. Do not force them to partake.

9. Serve guests for the pleasure of Allah.

10. Ask them about their visit once they are comfortable.

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