Is this statement authentically attributed to Sayyiduna ‘Umar (radiyallahu ‘anhu)?
“Do not think badly of a word uttered by your brother, when you can find a good interpretation for it.”
Answer
Yes.
This is part of a longer narration wherein Sayyiduna ‘Umar (radiyallahu ‘anhu) offered eighteen advices, recorded by Imam Ibn Hibban in Rawdatul ‘Uqala.
See the full narration and authenticity here.
And Allah Ta’ala Knows best.
Answered by: Moulana Suhail Motala
Approved by: Moulana Muhammad Abasoomar
Checked by: Moulana Haroon Abasoomar