«أَوْ تَضْمَنُوا لِي أَنْ لَا تَتَّخِذُونِي كَلًّا»
Unless you promise me that you will not make me a burden upon you.
The guest asks for an assurance that he will not become a burden. His concern preserves dignity while recognizing that the hosts may have limited resources.
Good hospitality is not identical to extravagant expenditure. The exchange considers both the guest’s legitimate need and the host’s capacity. Its ethical centre is considerate welcome, not competitive display.
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Ethical Argument and Character Motivation — Critical Study of Ten Maqāmāt
«أَوْ تَضْمَنُوا لِي أَنْ لَا تَتَّخِذُونِي كَلًّا»
Unless you promise me that you will not make me a burden upon you.
The guest asks for an assurance that he will not become a burden. His concern preserves dignity while recognizing that the hosts may have limited resources.
Good hospitality is not identical to extravagant expenditure. The exchange considers both the guest’s legitimate need and the host’s capacity. Its ethical centre is considerate welcome, not competitive display.