If someone wants to ask a favor or purchase something from someone ,can you flatter (CHANIFA) that person? The flattery is true, not a lie?Is this prohibited? What are the parameters of flattery, when permitted or not?
Answer:
The principle prohibition of flattery applies to the wicked. Please see here: https://dinonline.org/2011/12/05/rights-and-wrongs-of-flattery/ for a detailed article on the topic.
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