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Is saying "we" when speaking about oneself an act of self-aggrandizement, and is it forbidden to say, "We, [name], ask you for the answer"?

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The word "we" (نحن) indicates a group and does not refer to a singular individual unless that person is self-aggrandizing and praising themselves, which is forbidden by Islamic law due to its arrogance, as Allah states: "So do not assert purity for yourselves. He is most knowing of who fears Him" (Quran 53:32). And the Prophet, peace and blessings be upon him, said: "Arrogance is my cloak and greatness is my garment. Whoever competes with me in either of them, I shall cast him into Hell." If the speaker intends these matters, it is forbidden. But if they do not intend anything specific and it is merely a common habit among some people, then there is no harm. However, it is preferable to avoid it so as not to be suspected of ill intent.

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