Steadfastness includes fulfilling duties, avoiding wrongdoing, speaking truthfully, and respecting others’ rights. It does not require insult, needless confrontation, or a sense of superiority.
Example: When pressed to join in gossip or dishonesty, a courteous refusal and a change of topic show principled patience. Humiliating everyone present or inventing needless strictness does not.
The quality الصَّابِرُ involves disciplined, sound conduct rather than anger and display.