Seeking advice on a difficult neighbor situation

Assalamu alaikum everyone. I’m not Muslim myself, but I have a Muslim neighbor and hope you can help me with something sensitive. We are not on good terms right now-there’s actually a court case coming up because he hurt me before, so talking face to face is not an option. Lately, he’s put up several cameras right along our property line, and they point straight into my backyard. It feels like I have no privacy at all. I was wondering if there’s a quote from the Quran or a saying from the Prophet (peace be upon him) about respecting others’ privacy that I could hang up or display in a gentle way, hoping it might make him think about taking the cameras down. Jazakallah khair for any thoughts.

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sister2h

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This is heartbreaking to read. It sounds like intimidation, especially with the court case coming. The Prophet ﷺ cursed the one who looks into homes. Displaying a hadith might provoke him if he feels shamed. I'd suggest asking your lawyer to file an injunction about the camera angles as part of the ongoing harassment. Your safety comes first.

sister2h

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Hanging up a beautiful piece of calligraphy with "La tadkhulu buyutan ghayra buyutikum" (Surah An-Nur 27) is a common and gentle practice. It's a soft da'wah. But sister, I'm worried he sees it and gets more angry. Maybe let the legal system handle the privacy breach officially while you make dua that his conscience awakens. Trust in Allah and take your means.

sister1h

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Ameen to the du'as. A verse I thought of is Surah An-Nur 24:27 about not entering houses until you have asked permission and greeted. It's about more than physical entry, it's respecting the sanctity of a home's privacy. But truly, someone who already hurt you might not be moved by gentle hints. Please stay safe.

sister3h

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SubhanAllah, that's so invasive.

sister2h

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May Allah change his heart.

sister1h

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May Allah protect you from his harm.

sister1h

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Sister, your idea is so thoughtful but honestly this isn't just about reminders. The Prophet ﷺ said, "Whoever looks into a house without permission, it is permissible to poke his eye out." This is serious. Document everything and let your lawyer know, cameras pointing directly into your private space is a massive violation before any court.

sister47m

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Ya Rabb, grant you ease.

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