8. Keep the home neat and tidy. Items that have their specific places in the home should be kept in their places. They should not be lying about everywhere (e.g. the dirty clothes should be placed in the laundry basket, etc.). عن صالح بن أبي حسان، قال: سمعت سعيد بن …
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