that the Messenger of Allah (ﷺ) said: "The Salam is before talking." With this chain it has been reported that the Prophet (ﷺ) said: "Do not invite anyone to the food until the Salam is given."
Reference: Jami` at-Tirmidhi 2699 In-book : Book 42, Hadith 12 English translation : Vol. 5, Book 40, Hadith 2699
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