«إِنْ كُنْتُمِ اخْوَاتْ اِتْحَاسْبُمْ»

Close kinship should not prevent people from keeping financial or practical obligations clear. Promptly settling what each person owes can prevent small disputes from growing into lasting resentment, without implying suspicion or hostility between relatives.

The saying treats accountability as a protection for affection rather than a sign of distrust. It advises relatives to address obligations openly, so that family ties are not burdened by uncertainty, favors, or unpaid claims; this should be done sensitively, since formal accounting can feel uncomfortable in intimate relationships.

Use it when advising relatives, friends, or close partners to clarify shared expenses, debts, or responsibilities. It can be a tactful reminder that honest accounting preserves goodwill better than leaving obligations vague, while recognizing that the topic may require sensitivity.