Teaching of Prophet Muhammad ﷺ on Environmental Stewardship

Purity and cleanliness is central to Isalmic teachings. From inner or spiritual purity that refers to the purification of the heart from negative traits like envy, pride, and hypocrisy to outer purity that  Involves cleanliness of the body, clothing, and environment, Islamic teachings are emphasised right from the childhood. While ablution five times a day ensures outer purity and going to majids for prayers in clean clothes, the beleivers are also required to keep their envirnment clean by ensuring disposal of litter and efforts be made to ensure clean and healthy environemnt.

One of the means to ensure clean and healthy environemnt is to plant trees and flowery palnts so that carbon dioxide is absorbed by the trees to keep everyone from environmental pollution. Prophet Muhammad ﷺ has also emphasised on keeping the environment clean by planting trees for every tree becomes a source of charity for the planter for it is helping others to live in clean environment, 

To keep the enviroment clean, we share a hadith attributed to Prophet Muhammad ﷺ as narrated by Narrated Anas bin Malik, mentioned in Sahi Bokhari as hadith 2320:

Allah's Messenger (ﷺ) said, "There is none amongst the Muslims who plants a tree or sows seeds, and then a bird, or a person or an animal eats from it, but is regarded as a charitable gift for him."

This hadith underscores the idea that acts of cultivation, such as planting trees or sowing seeds, are not only beneficial for the individual but also serve as ongoing charity (Sadaqah Jariyah). The Prophet (ﷺ) emphasized that even if a bird, person, or animal benefits from the produce, the one who planted it receives continuous reward.

This teaching aligns with the Qur'anic perspective on the blessings of agriculture. In Surah Al-Waqi'ah (56:63-65), Allah questions: "Then tell Me about the seed that you sow in the ground, is it you that make it to grow, or are We the grower? Were it Our Will, We could crumble it to dry pieces..."

This verse reflects on Allah's role in the growth of crops, highlighting the importance of gratitude and recognizing divine blessings.

Furthermore, the Qur'an encourages the cultivation of the earth as a means of sustenance and a way to earn Allah's pleasure. In Surah Al-Baqarah (2:261), Allah likens the example of those who spend in His cause to a grain of corn that sprouts seven ears, each bearing a hundred grains.

In essence, both the hadith and the Qur'an promote the act of planting and cultivation as virtuous deeds that yield continuous rewards, benefiting both the individual and the broader community. In fact this Hadith points twoards the individual as well as collective responsibility of Muslims to help keep the environment clean so that everyone lives in a pollution free environemnt. This would aslo ensure good health of everyone, free from diseases which are generally due to polluted air and unhealthy environemnt.

May Allāh (سبحانه و تعالى‎) help us understand Qur'ān and follow the Sunnah of Prophet Muhammad ﷺ, which is embodiment of commandments of Allah contained in the Qur'ān. May Allah help us to be like the ones He loves and let our lives be lived helping others and not making others' lives miserable or unlivable. May all our wrong doings, whether intentional or unintentional, be forgiven before the angel of death knocks on our door. 

وَمَا عَلَيۡنَاۤ اِلَّا الۡبَلٰغُ الۡمُبِيۡنُ‏ 

(36:17) and our duty is no more than to clearly convey the Message.”

That is Our duty is only to convey to you the message that Allah has entrusted us with. Then it is for you to accept it or reject it. We have not been made responsible for making you accept it forcibly, and if you do not accept it, we shall not be seized in consequence of your disbelief, you will yourselves be answerable for your actions on Day of Resurrection.

May Allah forgive me if my posts ever imply a piety far greater than I possess. I am most in need of guidance.

Reading the Qur'ān should be a daily obligation of a Muslim - Reading it with translation will make it meaningful. But reading its Exegesis / Tafsir will make you understand it fully. It will also help the Muslims to have grasp over social issues and their answers discussed in the Qur'an and other matter related to inter faith so that they are able to discuss issues with non-Muslims with authority based on refences from Qur'an.

Note: When we mention God in our posts, we mean One True God, we call Allah in Islam, with no associates. Allah is the Sole Creator of all things, and that Allah is all-powerful and all-knowing. Allah has no offspring, no race, no gender, no body, and is unaffected by the characteristics of human life.

For Hadiths on the subject, please refer to our reference page: Collection of Hadiths attributed to Prophet Muhammad ﷺ about Sadaqah صدقة  / Voluntary Charity

Please refer to our reference page: Collection of Hadiths of Prophet Muhammad ﷺ  for more Hadiths on the General Subjects.

For more hadiths on varying subjects, refer to our reference page: Sunnah and Hadith of Prophet Muhammad ﷺ to know more about Hadiths and Sunnah of Prophet of Allah. You may also refer to our Reference Pages for knowing more about Islam and Qur'ān.

Photo: Pixabay | Source of Hadith | Help taken from ChatGPT for expanding meaning of the Hadith

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An oft misinterpreted Prophetic Hadith by Muslims living in Non-Muslim countries

The Divine commandmanet about what is Halal (permissible) and Haram (Prohibited) is very clearly given in Qur'an, specially when it comes to the eatable and flesh of the slaughtered animals. In that Quran explicitly prohibits the consumption of animals slaughtered in the name of any other than God (Allah) [2:173, 5:3]. This prohibition extends to animals that die of themselves (carrion), blood, and the flesh of swine [2:173, 5:3]. Additionally, animals killed by strangulation, beating, a fall, or by being gored to death are also forbidden [5:3]. The Quran also mentions that if one is forced to eat these due to necessity, without being malicious or deliberate, they do not incur sin [2:173, 5:3]

Yet despite these c;ear instructions, many a Muslims living in non Muslim countries where Halal food / meat is not available, oft misinterpret a Hadith attributed to Prophet Muhammad ﷺ and consume non-Halal food by saying "Bismaillah / in the name of Allah."

We share this misinterpreted Hadith as mentioned in Sahi Bukhari Book 34, Chapter 5 as Hadith number 2057, given herein under and would explain how this Hadith is misued to consume prohibited meat or food:

This hadith, narrated by ʿĀ’ishah (RA) addresses the issue of doubt regarding whether proper Islamic slaughtering procedures were followed, especially when dealing with new Muslims whose practices might not yet be fully refined.

Narrated by `Aisha:

Some people said, "O Allah's Messenger (ﷺ)! Meat is brought to us by some people and we are not sure whether the name of Allah has been mentioned on it or not (at the time of slaughtering the animals)." Allah's Messenger (ﷺ) said (to them), "Mention the name of Allah and eat it."

حَدَّثَنِي أَحْمَدُ بْنُ الْمِقْدَامِ الْعِجْلِيُّ، حَدَّثَنَا مُحَمَّدُ بْنُ عَبْدِ الرَّحْمَنِ الطُّفَاوِيُّ، حَدَّثَنَا هِشَامُ بْنُ عُرْوَةَ،، عَنْ أَبِيهِ، عَنْ عَائِشَةَ ـ رضى الله عنها ـ أَنَّ قَوْمًا، قَالُوا يَا رَسُولَ اللَّهِ، إِنَّ قَوْمًا يَأْتُونَنَا بِاللَّحْمِ لاَ نَدْرِي أَذَكَرُوا اسْمَ اللَّهِ عَلَيْهِ أَمْ لاَ فَقَالَ رَسُولُ اللَّهِ صلى الله عليه وسلم ‏ "‏ سَمُّوا اللَّهَ عَلَيْهِ وَكُلُوهُ ‏"‏‏.‏

Now here is a catch point that generally Muslims ignore. As can be seen from the text of the Hadith, it is very clear that the food brought was by the Muslims, specially the newly reverted, and it was not very sure that they took name of Allah before slaughtering the animals and the questioners were unsure of the validity of their slaughtering. Whereas the food served in the non Muslim countries is for sure not Halal, unlesse labeled Halal, and by mere taking name of Allah does not make it Halal and consumable by the Muslims.

Let us now explain the Hadith for better understanding and help us avoid any chances of its misinterpretation:

Legal and Ethical Analysis

• Assumption of Validity in Islamic Slaughter This hadith forms the basis of a legal principle in Islamic jurisprudence:
• “Al-aslu fil ashya’ al-ibahah” “The default in matters is permissibility unless there is evidence to the contrary.”
• So, if Muslims (even new ones) slaughter the meat, and there is no clear evidence that they violated Islamic rules (like not mentioning Allah’s name intentionally), the meat is considered lawful.
• Reinforcement of Personal Responsibility 
• The Prophet ﷺ said: “Mention the name of Allah upon it and eat.”
• This doesn’t mean to repeat the slaughtering, but to say Bismillah when eating as an act of barakah and remembrance.
• This teaches that:
• You are responsible for your own remembrance.
• Don’t delve into unnecessary suspicion unless there is clear proof of wrongdoing.
• Dealing with Doubtful Situations
• The hadith implies:
• Avoiding waswas (baseless doubt): The people were unsure, not certain of wrongdoing.
• Islam teaches practicality and charity in assumptions, especially with other Muslims.
• Qur'an Connection: “O you who believe, avoid much suspicion. Indeed, some suspicion is sin…” — Surah Al-Hujurat (49:12)
• Respecting New Muslims and Gradual Teaching These new Muslims were likely unfamiliar with all rulings. The Prophet ﷺ didn’t command re-slaughtering or deep investigation, showing:
• Tolerant leadership
• Gradual teaching (tadarruj)
• Respecting people’s growth in Islam

Scholarly Application:

• This hadith is used by major madhhabs (e.g., Shafi’i, Maliki, Hanbali) to assume halal slaughter from Muslims unless there is proof to the contrary.
• Also cited in discussions on eating meat from People of the Book (see Qur’an 5:5), though that involves a different layer of interpretation.

Summary: Key Legal Principles from the Hadith - Principle Explanation

• Assumption of Halal: If slaughtered by Muslims, assume it's halal unless proven otherwise.
• Avoid Suspicion: Don’t investigate baseless doubts — act on what is apparent.
• Say Bismillah When Eating: Your responsibility is to remember Allah when you eat.
• Gentle Approach to New Muslims: Allow time and patience in teaching new believers.

In view of the above explanation, it is clear without any doubt that permission to eat meat / food by Muslims is permissiable and if in doubt whether it was slaughtered by taking name of Allah, one should say Bismallah and consume the meat / food. But this condition in no way allows Muslims to take name of Allah and eat whatever is being served by Non Muslims / non Muslims eatiers. However, if the eatery served Halal meat is labelled so, then one may consume it.

May Allāh (سبحانه و تعالى‎) help us understand Qur'ān and follow the Sunnah of Prophet Muhammad ﷺ, which is embodiment of commandments of Allah contained in the Qur'ān. May Allah help us to be like the ones He loves and let our lives be lived helping others and not making others' lives miserable or unlivable. May all our wrong doings, whether intentional or unintentional, be forgiven before the angel of death knocks on our door. 

وَمَا عَلَيۡنَاۤ اِلَّا الۡبَلٰغُ الۡمُبِيۡنُ‏ 

(36:17) and our duty is no more than to clearly convey the Message.”

That is Our duty is only to convey to you the message that Allah has entrusted us with. Then it is for you to accept it or reject it. We have not been made responsible for making you accept it forcibly, and if you do not accept it, we shall not be seized in consequence of your disbelief, you will yourselves be answerable for your actions on Day of Resurrection.

May Allah forgive me if my posts ever imply a piety far greater than I possess. I am most in need of guidance.

Reading the Qur'ān should be a daily obligation of a Muslim - Reading it with translation will make it meaningful. But reading its Exegesis / Tafsir will make you understand it fully. It will also help the Muslims to have grasp over social issues and their answers discussed in the Qur'an and other matter related to inter faith so that they are able to discuss issues with non-Muslims with authority based on refences from Qur'an.

Note: When we mention God in our posts, we mean One True God, we call Allah in Islam, with no associates. Allah is the Sole Creator of all things, and that Allah is all-powerful and all-knowing. Allah has no offspring, no race, no gender, no body, and is unaffected by the characteristics of human life.

Please refer to our reference page: Collection of Hadiths of Prophet Muhammad ﷺ  for more Hadiths on the General Subjects.

For more hadiths on varying subjects, refer to our reference page: Sunnah and Hadith of Prophet Muhammad ﷺ to know more about Hadiths and Sunnah of Prophet of Allah. You may also refer to our Reference Pages for knowing more about Islam and Qur'ān.

Photo | Source of Hadith | Help taken from ChatGPT for expanding meaning of the Hadith

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Cruelty to animals: Prophet Muhammad ﷺ strictly forbade cornering animals as target to kill them for sport

Taking someone's life without a valid reason is viewed as inhuman in Islam and is strictly prohibited. In the times of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ, men would tie down an animal and used their archery skills taking the tied animal or bird as a target. We share a hadith that emphasizes the importance of treating animals with kindness and compassion, and strictly forbidding to make an animal a target of arrows or for entertainment purposes. Even though hunting for sustenance or to prevent harm is permissible, it must be done with respect and according to Islamic guidelines. 

This Hadith is mentioned in Sahih Muslim  (Book 34: The Book of Hunting, Slaughter, and what may be Eaten  / كتاب  الصيد والذبائح وما يؤكل من الحيوان / Chapter 12:  The prohibition of cornering animals in order to kill them (for sport)  / باب النَّهْىِ عَنْ صَبْرِ الْبَهَائِمِ، ‏‏ / as Hadith 1958b, given herein under:

Sa'id b. Jubair reported that Ibn 'Umar happened to pass by some young men of the Quraish who had tied a bird (and th, is made it a target) at which they had been shooting arrows Every arrow that they missed came into the possession of the owner of the bird. So no sooner did they see Ibn 'Umar they went away. Thereupon Ibn 'Umar said:

Who has done this? Allah has cursed him who does this. Verily Allah's Messenger (ﷺ) invoked curse upon one who made a live thing the target (of one's marksmanship).

Arabic Text:

وَحَدَّثَنِي زُهَيْرُ بْنُ حَرْبٍ، حَدَّثَنَا هُشَيْمٌ، أَخْبَرَنَا أَبُو بِشْرٍ، عَنْ سَعِيدِ بْنِ جُبَيْرٍ، قَالَ مَرَّ ابْنُ عُمَرَ بِفِتْيَانٍ مِنْ قُرَيْشٍ قَدْ نَصَبُوا طَيْرًا وَهُمْ يَرْمُونَهُ وَقَدْ جَعَلُوا لِصَاحِبِ الطَّيْرِ كُلَّ خَاطِئَةٍ مِنْ نَبْلِهِمْ فَلَمَّا رَأَوُا ابْنَ عُمَرَ تَفَرَّقُوا فَقَالَ ابْنُ عُمَرَ مَنْ فَعَلَ هَذَا لَعَنَ اللَّهُ مَنْ فَعَلَ هَذَا إِنَّ رَسُولَ اللَّهِ صلى الله عليه وسلم لَعَنَ مَنِ اتَّخَذَ شَيْئًا فِيهِ الرُّوحُ غَرَضًا ‏.‏

This caution implies that cornering and killing an animal for sport, specially if the animal is defenseless — goes against the values of mercy, compassion, and justice in Islam. However, ther are many hadiths that allow hunting free animals and birds with the help of arrows or hunting dogs and trained birds like falcons. In such cases, the animal or bird being hunted is free to defend itself. If an animal or bird is hunted, it is Halal to be eaten, provided the animal or bird fall in the halal category. 

May Allāh (سبحانه و تعالى‎) help us understand Qur'ān and follow the Sunnah of Prophet Muhammad ﷺ, which is embodiment of commandments of Allah contained in the Qur'ān. May Allah help us to be like the ones He loves and let our lives be lived helping others and not making others' lives miserable or unlivable. May all our wrong doings, whether intentional or unintentional, be forgiven before the angel of death knocks on our door. 

وَمَا عَلَيۡنَاۤ اِلَّا الۡبَلٰغُ الۡمُبِيۡنُ‏ 

(36:17) and our duty is no more than to clearly convey the Message.”

That is Our duty is only to convey to you the message that Allah has entrusted us with. Then it is for you to accept it or reject it. We have not been made responsible for making you accept it forcibly, and if you do not accept it, we shall not be seized in consequence of your disbelief, you will yourselves be answerable for your actions on Day of Resurrection.

May Allah forgive me if my posts ever imply a piety far greater than I possess. I am most in need of guidance.

Reading the Qur'ān should be a daily obligation of a Muslim - Reading it with translation will make it meaningful. But reading its Exegesis / Tafsir will make you understand it fully. It will also help the Muslims to have grasp over social issues and their answers discussed in the Qur'an and other matter related to inter faith so that they are able to discuss issues with non-Muslims with authority based on refences from Qur'an.

Note: When we mention God in our posts, we mean One True God, we call Allah in Islam, with no associates. Allah is the Sole Creator of all things, and that Allah is all-powerful and all-knowing. Allah has no offspring, no race, no gender, no body, and is unaffected by the characteristics of human life.

Please refer to our reference page: Collection of Hadiths of Prophet Muhammad ﷺ  for more Hadiths on the General Subjects.

For more hadiths on varying subjects, refer to our reference page: Sunnah and Hadith of Prophet Muhammad ﷺ to know more about Hadiths and Sunnah of Prophet of Allah. You may also refer to our Reference Pages for knowing more about Islam and Qur'ān.

Photo: Pixabay | Source of Hadith | Help taken from ChatGPT for expanding meaning of the Hadith

Disclaimer: The material for this post has been collected from the references as given above. If anyone differs with the material contained in this post, one may consult the references and their authors.  If someone has more material about the subject, he/she is most welcome to share in the comments box to make the post all encompassing.

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Do Not beautify your face to tempt people to look at you - beautify your heart instead so that Allah looks at you

Beautifying oneself is the intrinsic desire of every human being. Likewise those who have wealth would try to show it off as a sign of their superiority over others. This is what are some of the desires of those who view this world as their only and final abode with no other world to hop in when one dies, where none of these would be of any worth. But men of wisdom prefer their hearts to be beautiful instead for they know a beautiful heart filled with love and praise of Allah will help them step into a world which would be far more beautiful than this worldly world.

This is the theme of the hadith attributed to Prophet Muhammad ﷺ, as mentioned inn Sahi Muslim, being shared today' given herein under:

It was narrated that Abu Hurairah said: "The Messenger of Allah (s.a.w) said: 'Allah does not look at your (outward) forms and your wealth, rather He looks at your hearts and your deeds."'

Arabic Test:

حَدَّثَنَا عَمْرٌو النَّاقِدُ ، حَدَّثَنَا كَثِيرُ بْنُ هِشَامٍ ، حَدَّثَنَا جَعْفَرُ بْنُ بُرْقَانَ ، عَنْ يَزِيدَ بْنِ الأَصَمِّ ، عَنْ أَبِي هُرَيْرَةَ ، قَالَ: قَالَ رَسُولُ اللهِ صَلَّى اللَّهُ عَلَيْهِ وَسَلَّمَ: إِنَّ اللَّهَ لاَ يَنْظُرُ إِلَى صُوَرِكُمْ وَأَمْوَالِكُمْ ، وَلَكِنْ يَنْظُرُ إِلَى قُلُوبِكُمْ وَأَعْمَالِكُمْ.

This hadith highlights that external appearances and material status are not what earn a person value before Allah — rather, it is the state of the heart and the sincerity of actions that matter.

Explanation of the Hadith

1. "Allah does not look at your forms..."

This means that your physical appearance, race, beauty, body, or worldly image do not determine your spiritual worth.

• Qur’anic Reflection:
• “Indeed, the most noble of you in the sight of Allah is the most righteous of you.” — Surah Al-Hujurat (49:13)
• This verse rejects the idea of superiority based on ethnicity, wealth, or appearance — and replaces it with taqwa (God-consciousness) as the true measure.

2. "...nor your wealth"

Wealth, status, and possessions may impress people, but they carry no weight with Allah unless used for good, and earned in halal ways.

• Qur’anic Reflection:
• “Neither their wealth nor their children will avail them against Allah at all…” — Surah Al-Imran (3:10)
• That is wealth is a test, not a sign of divine favor.
• Qarun boasted of his immense wealth, the keys of his coffers are said to have been loaded on seventy camels. Yet his arrogance robbed him of the Divine favour  on him and was engulfed by the earth along with his entire wealth.

3. "...but He looks at your hearts"

The heart (qalb) in Islam is the seat of intentions, sincerity, faith, and desires. A sound heart is crucial to salvation.

• Qur’anic Reflection:
• “The Day when neither wealth nor children will benefit, but only one who comes to Allah with a sound heart.” — Surah Ash-Shu’ara (26:88–89)
• A heart full of sincerity, humility, and faith is what Allah values most.

4. "...and your deeds"

Intentions are not enough without righteous action. Deeds reflect what's in the heart and show commitment to Allah’s commands.

• Qur’anic Reflection: 
• “So whoever does an atom’s weight of good will see it, and whoever does an atom’s weight of evil will see it.” — Surah Az-Zalzalah (99:7–8)
• That is deeds — big or small — are recorded and judged with perfect justice and mercy.

Key Lessons

• Sincerity (Ikhlas) is more important than public image.
• Righteousness, not race or riches, determines your closeness to Allah.
• Islam judges character and conduct, not external glamor.
• A pure heart + good deeds = spiritual success.

Summary:

This hadith and its Quranic parallels emphasize that Allah's judgment is not based on appearances or status, but on what lies deep within — the heart — and how that is expressed in sincere actions. It's a call to purify our intentions and live with integrity.

So let us brothers and sisters in Islam remember, those who boast of their colour, creed, external beauty and wealth are destined to be doomed for their arrogance and false pride, something Allah dislikes. But those who concentrate on purifying their hearts despite even being rag tags or living a poor quality life, and keep their hearts clean from all traces of sin, pride and arrogance, are the ones whom Allah loves and will surely bless theme eternal happiness and greater rewards. May Allah help us to cleanse our hearts and enrich it with remembrance of Allah, love and kindness for others. Ameen

May Allāh (سبحانه و تعالى‎) help us understand Qur'ān and follow the Sunnah of Prophet Muhammad ﷺ, which is embodiment of commandments of Allah contained in the Qur'ān. May Allah help us to be like the ones He loves and let our lives be lived helping others and not making others' lives miserable or unlivable. May all our wrong doings, whether intentional or unintentional, be forgiven before the angel of death knocks on our door. 

وَمَا عَلَيۡنَاۤ اِلَّا الۡبَلٰغُ الۡمُبِيۡنُ‏ 

(36:17) and our duty is no more than to clearly convey the Message.”

That is Our duty is only to convey to you the message that Allah has entrusted us with. Then it is for you to accept it or reject it. We have not been made responsible for making you accept it forcibly, and if you do not accept it, we shall not be seized in consequence of your disbelief, you will yourselves be answerable for your actions on Day of Resurrection.

May Allah forgive me if my posts ever imply a piety far greater than I possess. I am most in need of guidance.

Reading the Qur'ān should be a daily obligation of a Muslim - Reading it with translation will make it meaningful. But reading its Exegesis / Tafsir will make you understand it fully. It will also help the Muslims to have grasp over social issues and their answers discussed in the Qur'an and other matter related to inter faith so that they are able to discuss issues with non-Muslims with authority based on refences from Qur'an.

Note: When we mention God in our posts, we mean One True God, we call Allah in Islam, with no associates. Allah is the Sole Creator of all things, and that Allah is all-powerful and all-knowing. Allah has no offspring, no race, no gender, no body, and is unaffected by the characteristics of human life.

Please refer to our reference page: Collection of Hadiths of Prophet Muhammad ﷺ  for more Hadiths on the General Subjects.

For more hadiths on varying subjects, refer to our reference page: Sunnah and Hadith of Prophet Muhammad ﷺ to know more about Hadiths and Sunnah of Prophet of Allah. You may also refer to our Reference Pages for knowing more about Islam and Qur'ān.

Photo | Source of Hadith | Help taken from ChatGPT for expanding meaning of the Hadith

Disclaimer: The material for this post has been collected from the references as given above. If anyone differs with the material contained in this post, one may consult the references and their authors.  If someone has more material about the subject, he/she is most welcome to share in the comments box to make the post all encompassing.

If you like Islam: My Ultimate Decision, and to keep yourself updated on all our latest posts to know more about Islam, follow us on Facebook. You may also refer to our Facebook  Group Islam: The Ultimate Truth for more on Islam and Da'wah.

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Consequences of One's focus on charms of this world or that of the Hereafter (Hadith Prophet Muhammad ﷺ)

The charms of this world are enormous, bewildering humans and enticing them to go for a life of full of amusement, leisure or even lewdness. And  when such focus of men is sensed by the Evil, its efforts get multiplied to lure in the hungry men into a life of wealth, status and pleasures. Most of us fall in this category of men. But despite the glitter of worldly wants, there remain some, though not many, who scarifies their worldly wants and focus on the charms of a life that will be eternal and never ending.

This is the test man has been given by our Creator to ascertain the level of faith and pursuance of a life the charms of which are unimaginable and everlasting. Thus, those who opt for temporary pleasures of this world will be the ultimate losers and will have only a restricted share, while those who opt for the life of the hereafter will be the blessed ones.  This is the theme of a hadith attributed to Prophet Muhammad ﷺ being shared today.

This Hadith is mentioned in Sunan Ibn Majah /  Book 37 Zuhd / كتاب الزهد) / Chapter 2: Being concerned with this world / باب  الْهَمِّ بِالدُّنْيَا ‏ / as Hadith number # 4105 under:

‘Abdur-Rahman bin Aban bin ‘Uthman bin ‘Affan narrated that his father said:

“Zaid bin Thabit departed from Marwan at mid-day. I said: ‘He has not sent him out at this time of the day except for something he asked.’ So I asked him, and he said: ‘He asked me about some things we heard from the Messenger of Allah (ﷺ) say: “Whoever is focused only on this world, Allah will confound his affairs and make him fear poverty constantly, and he will not get anything of this world except that which has been decreed for him. Whoever is focused on the Hereafter, Allah will settle his affairs for him and make him feel content with his lot, and his provision and worldly gains will undoubtedly come to him.”

Arabic Text

حَدَّثَنَا مُحَمَّدُ بْنُ بَشَّارٍ، حَدَّثَنَا مُحَمَّدُ بْنُ جَعْفَرٍ، حَدَّثَنَا شُعْبَةُ، عَنْ عُمَرَ بْنِ سُلَيْمَانَ، قَالَ سَمِعْتُ عَبْدَ الرَّحْمَنِ بْنَ أَبَانَ بْنِ عُثْمَانَ بْنِ عَفَّانَ، عَنْ أَبِيهِ، قَالَ خَرَجَ زَيْدُ بْنُ ثَابِتٍ مِنْ عِنْدِ مَرْوَانَ بِنِصْفِ النَّهَارِ فَقُلْتُ مَا بَعَثَ إِلَيْهِ هَذِهِ السَّاعَةَ إِلاَّ لِشَىْءٍ سَأَلَ عَنْهُ ‏.‏ فَسَأَلْتُهُ فَقَالَ سَأَلَنَا عَنْ أَشْيَاءَ سَمِعْنَاهَا مِنْ رَسُولِ اللَّهِ ـ صلى الله عليه وسلم ـ سَمِعْتُ رَسُولَ اللَّهِ ـ صلى الله عليه وسلم ـ يَقُولُ ‏ "‏ مَنْ كَانَتِ الدُّنْيَا هَمَّهُ فَرَّقَ اللَّهُ عَلَيْهِ أَمْرَهُ وَجَعَلَ فَقْرَهُ بَيْنَ عَيْنَيْهِ وَلَمْ يَأْتِهِ مِنَ الدُّنْيَا إِلاَّ مَا كُتِبَ لَهُ وَمَنْ كَانَتِ الآخِرَةُ نِيَّتَهُ جَمَعَ اللَّهُ لَهُ أَمْرَهُ وَجَعَلَ غِنَاهُ فِي قَلْبِهِ وَأَتَتْهُ الدُّنْيَا وَهِيَ رَاغِمَةٌ ‏"‏ ‏.‏

Grade: Sahih (Darussalam)

Explanation of the Hadith: Lets us look deeper into its meaning and consequences of the choice one makes:

"Whoever is focused only on this world..."

This describes someone whose ultimate concern is material gain, status, pleasure, or worldly success — neglecting the spiritual dimension of life.

• Qur'an connection:
• "Whoever desires the life of this world and its adornments – We fully repay them for their deeds therein, and they will not be deprived. But they will have nothing in the Hereafter but the Fire..." (Surah Hud 11:15-16)
• The Qur'an acknowledges that some will chase the dunya, and they may get their share — but at the cost of the Hereafter.

"Allah will confound his affairs..."

This means a life of internal chaos, anxiety, lack of focus, or constant dissatisfaction. Despite effort, nothing seems truly fulfilling or stable.

• Qur'an connection:
• "But whoever turns away from My remembrance – indeed, he will have a depressed life..." (Surah Taha 20:124)
• When the heart is detached from purpose (Akhirah), life can feel directionless, no matter how successful someone seems outwardly.

"...and make him fear poverty constantly..."

A person focused on the world is never at ease — always worried about money, success, or losing what they have.

• Qur'an connection:
• "Satan threatens you with poverty and commands you to immorality..." (Surah Al-Baqarah 2:268)
• Obsession with dunya opens the door to fear, anxiety, and even unethical behavior to hold onto it.

"...and he will not get anything of this world except that which has been decreed for him."

Even if someone chases wealth 24/7, they will only receive what Allah has already written for them.

• Qur'an connection:
• "There is no creature on earth but that its provision is upon Allah." (Surah Hud 11:6)
• This reinforces trust in divine provision — your rizq (sustenance) will reach you, regardless of your obsession or lack of it.

"Whoever is focused on the Hereafter..."

This person lives with the Akhirah as their compass. They still engage with the world, but their heart is anchored in faith, service, and ultimate return to Allah.

• Qur'an connection: "But whoever desires the Hereafter and strives for it accordingly, while being a believer – it is they whose effort will be appreciated." (Surah Al-Isra 17:19)

"Allah will settle his affairs for him..."

This speaks of clarity, calm, and divine assistance. Things may not be easy, but they're purposeful and manageable.

• Qur'an connection: "Whoever fears Allah – He will make for him a way out and provide for him from where he does not expect..." (Surah At-Talaq 65:2-3)

"...and make him feel content with his lot..."

He has peace in his heart — not because he has more, but because he trusts more.

• Qur'an connection: "Truly, in the remembrance of Allah do hearts find rest." (Surah Ar-Ra’d 13:28)

"...and the world will come to him willingly."

Subhan Allah — when the heart is focused on Allah, the dunya comes without being chased. Like a shadow follows you when you walk toward the light.

• Qur'an connection: "Your Lord has promised: ‘If you are grateful, I will surely increase you [in favor]...’" (Surah Ibrahim 14:7)

Final Reflection:

This hadith and its Qur'anic parallels teach us something timeless:

• The dunya is a means, not the goal.
• When we chase the Hereafter, the world follows.
• When we chase the world, we lose both.
• It's a reminder to adjust our focus, not abandon life, but live with purpose — and peace will follow.

The hadith thus tells us that chasing the Hereafter brings both spiritual reward and worldly balance. So let us brothers and sisters in Islam, and even the non Muslims reading this post, to stay away from charms of this world for these are temporary and take us away from the remembrance of Allah, something that is needed to be blessed with the charms of the life of the Hereafter.

May Allāh (سبحانه و تعالى‎) help us understand Qur'ān and follow the Sunnah of Prophet Muhammad ﷺ, which is embodiment of commandments of Allah contained in the Qur'ān. May Allah help us to be like the ones He loves and let our lives be lived helping others and not making others' lives miserable or unlivable. May all our wrong doings, whether intentional or unintentional, be forgiven before the angel of death knocks on our door. 

وَمَا عَلَيۡنَاۤ اِلَّا الۡبَلٰغُ الۡمُبِيۡنُ‏ 

(36:17) and our duty is no more than to clearly convey the Message.”

That is Our duty is only to convey to you the message that Allah has entrusted us with. Then it is for you to accept it or reject it. We have not been made responsible for making you accept it forcibly, and if you do not accept it, we shall not be seized in consequence of your disbelief, you will yourselves be answerable for your actions on Day of Resurrection.

May Allah forgive me if my posts ever imply a piety far greater than I possess. I am most in need of guidance.

Reading the Qur'ān should be a daily obligation of a Muslim - Reading it with translation will make it meaningful. But reading its Exegesis / Tafsir will make you understand it fully. It will also help the Muslims to have grasp over social issues and their answers discussed in the Qur'an and other matter related to inter faith so that they are able to discuss issues with non-Muslims with authority based on refences from Qur'an.

Note: When we mention God in our posts, we mean One True God, we call Allah in Islam, with no associates. Allah is the Sole Creator of all things, and that Allah is all-powerful and all-knowing. Allah has no offspring, no race, no gender, no body, and is unaffected by the characteristics of human life.

Please refer to our reference page: Collection of Hadiths of Prophet Muhammad ﷺ  for more Hadiths on the General Subjects.

For more hadiths on varying subjects, refer to our reference page: Sunnah and Hadith of Prophet Muhammad ﷺ to know more about Hadiths and Sunnah of Prophet of Allah. You may also refer to our Reference Pages for knowing more about Islam and Qur'ān.

| Photo | Source of Hadith | Help taken from ChatGPT for expanding meaning of the Hadith

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What should Riches mean to a believer

Have you ever gone to the people living in rag tags and watched them: You will be amazed to find them smiling, laughing and making merry the same way rich people do. Do you think they are faking happiness? Well despite many hardships and difficulties of life, there is a degree of self contentment and they really value it. 

The same way, the riches do not mean a great amount of wealth or property, it is the riches of self-contentment that keeps the heart of a believer cool, light and happy. This self contentment comes from the humility and patience that Islam teaches him and he is contended for he knows this the best for him decided by Allah Almighty.

Prophet Muhammad ﷺ has always advised his companions to find solace and happiness in self contentment and feeling sufficiency in their soul. 

This Hadith is mentioned in Sahi al-Bukhārī  (Book 81: To make the Heart Tender (Ar-Riqaq) / كتاب الرقاق / Chapter 15:  True riches is self-contentment / باب الْغِنَى غِنَى النَّفْسِ / as Hadith 6446, given herein under:

Narrated  by Abu Huraira: The Prophet (ﷺ) said, 

"Wealth is not in having many possessions, but rather (true) wealth is feeling sufficiency in the soul."

حَدَّثَنَا أَحْمَدُ بْنُ يُونُسَ، حَدَّثَنَا أَبُو بَكْرٍ، حَدَّثَنَا أَبُو حَصِينٍ، عَنْ أَبِي صَالِحٍ، عَنْ أَبِي هُرَيْرَةَ، عَنِ النَّبِيِّ صلى الله عليه وسلم قَالَ ‏ 

"‏ لَيْسَ الْغِنَى عَنْ كَثْرَةِ الْعَرَضِ، وَلَكِنَّ الْغِنَى غِنَى النَّفْسِ ‏"‏‏.

The hadith highlights the concept that true wealth is not measured by the accumulation of material goods or possessions, but by a sense of contentment, gratitude, and spiritual sufficiency within the heart.

In this hadith, the Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ) is emphasizing that material wealth is not the key to happiness or true prosperity. While worldly possessions can provide comfort and security, they do not necessarily bring peace of mind or contentment. True wealth, according to this hadith, is an inner state of satisfaction and peace, where a person feels "sufficient" and does not constantly desire more or compare themselves with others.

This inner sufficiency is tied to a sense of gratitude, contentment with what one has, and trust in God's provision. A person with this type of wealth does not feel poor, even if they lack material goods, because their heart is at peace and they feel they have enough.

Connection to the Qur'an

This teaching aligns closely with various verses in the Qur'an that emphasize the importance of contentment, reliance on Allah (God), and the futility of chasing material wealth for its own sake.

• Gratitude and Sufficiency: Allah says in the Qur'an:

"And it is He who enriched you with wealth and children." (Qur'an 53:48)

This verse reminds us that wealth is a blessing from Allah. True enrichment is not just about material wealth, but about understanding and appreciating the spiritual abundance granted by God. A person who feels sufficient and content in their soul is rich because they recognize that Allah’s blessings are enough for them.

• Contentment with What We Have:

“Do not wish for what We have given to some of them (disbelievers) to enjoy. But [wish for] the reward of the Hereafter, which is better and more enduring.” (Qur'an 4:77)

This verse encourages believers not to covet the wealth or status of others, which can often lead to dissatisfaction. It reminds us that the rewards of the Hereafter are far greater and more lasting than any material possessions we might accumulate in this life. Contentment with what we have is an important virtue in Islam, and the desire for more worldly possessions should not overwhelm the heart.

• Relying on Allah’s Provision:

“And He found you poor and made [you] self-sufficient.” (Qur'an 93:8)

Allah reminds us that He is the One who provides for our needs. True wealth is in knowing that Allah will provide what is necessary, and that this sufficiency comes not from material possessions, but from Allah’s blessings. When one feels "sufficient in the soul," they are recognizing that their true wealth is in their reliance on God’s provision, rather than in the accumulation of possessions.

The Example of the Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ):

The Prophet (ﷺ) himself exemplified this attitude of sufficiency. Despite his status, he lived simply and was content with whatever he had, trusting in Allah’s provision. In a famous hadith, the Prophet (ﷺ) said: “If you were to trust in Allah with true trust, He would provide for you as He provides for the birds: they go out hungry in the morning and return full in the evening.” (Tirmidhi)

This hadith beautifully illustrates the concept of relying on Allah and feeling sufficiency in the soul, trusting that whatever is meant for you will reach you, and that true wealth lies in contentment, not in material accumulation.

The hadith and the verses from the Qur'an together emphasize that material wealth is fleeting and that the real treasure is contentment, sufficiency, and peace of mind. The essence of wealth, as defined by the Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ), is an inner state of sufficiency — feeling rich in the heart through trust in Allah’s provision, gratitude, and detachment from worldly desires. 

True believers should therefore believe that true prosperity is not in possessing more, but in feeling content with what one has and knowing that Allah’s plans for us are better than anything we could seek in this world.

May Allāh (سبحانه و تعالى‎) help us understand Qur'ān and follow the Sunnah of Prophet Muhammad ﷺ, which is embodiment of commandments of Allah contained in the Qur'ān. May Allah help us to be like the ones He loves and let our lives be lived helping others and not making others' lives miserable or unlivable. May all our wrong doings, whether intentional or unintentional, be forgiven before the angel of death knocks on our door. 

وَمَا عَلَيۡنَاۤ اِلَّا الۡبَلٰغُ الۡمُبِيۡنُ‏ 

(36:17) and our duty is no more than to clearly convey the Message.”

That is Our duty is only to convey to you the message that Allah has entrusted us with. Then it is for you to accept it or reject it. We have not been made responsible for making you accept it forcibly, and if you do not accept it, we shall not be seized in consequence of your disbelief, you will yourselves be answerable for your actions on Day of Resurrection.

May Allah forgive me if my posts ever imply a piety far greater than I possess. I am most in need of guidance.

Reading the Qur'ān should be a daily obligation of a Muslim - Reading it with translation will make it meaningful. But reading its Exegesis / Tafsir will make you understand it fully. It will also help the Muslims to have grasp over social issues and their answers discussed in the Qur'an and other matter related to inter faith so that they are able to discuss issues with non-Muslims with authority based on refences from Qur'an.

Note: When we mention God in our posts, we mean One True God, we call Allah in Islam, with no associates. Allah is the Sole Creator of all things, and that Allah is all-powerful and all-knowing. Allah has no offspring, no race, no gender, no body, and is unaffected by the characteristics of human life.

Please refer to our reference page: Collection of Hadiths of Prophet Muhammad ﷺ  for more Hadiths on the General Subjects.

For more hadiths on varying subjects, refer to our reference page: Sunnah and Hadith of Prophet Muhammad ﷺ to know more about Hadiths and Sunnah of Prophet of Allah. You may also refer to our Reference Pages for knowing more about Islam and Qur'ān.

Photo | Source of Hadith | Help taken from ChatGPT for expanding meaning of the Hadith

Disclaimer: The material for this post has been collected from the references as given above. If anyone differs with the material contained in this post, one may consult the references and their authors.  If someone has more material about the subject, he/she is most welcome to share in the comments box to make the post all encompassing.

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The Virtue of Planting and Cultivating (Hadith Prophet Muhammad ﷺ)

Nature has always been greener with trees, jungles and grassy fields. With the passage of time and pave way for roads and railways and growing needs of expanding cities, the area under cultivation are being reduced, creating concerns among the environmentalists for deforestation is adding suffocation due to lack of oxygen emitted by trees and absorption of carbon, which injurious to health. Trees also filter harmful pollutants and trap dust, smoke, and particles to provide fresh and healthy breathable air. Trees also provide habitats for numerous species of birds, insects, and animals, besides regulating local and global ecosystems by stabilizing temperatures and rainfall patterns.

Prophet Muhammad ﷺ cognizant of the value of trees and foliage, advised his companions to grow trees which in fact become a form of charity for the planters. 

This Hadith is quoted in Ṣaḥīḥ Muslim: (Book 22: The Book of Musaqah / كتاب المساقاة / Chapter 2:  The Virtue of Planting and Cultivating / باب فَضْلِ الْغَرْسِ وَالزَّرْعِ / as Hadith 1552a, given herein under:

Jabir (Allah be pleased with him) reported Allah's Messenger (ﷺ) as saying:

Never does a Muslim plants a tree except that he has the reward of charity for him, for what is eaten out of that is charity; what is stolen out of that, what the beasts eat out of that, what the birds eat out of that is charity for him. (In short) none incurs a loss to him but it becomes a charity on his part.

Arabic Text:

حَدَّثَنَا ابْنُ نُمَيْرٍ، حَدَّثَنَا أَبِي، حَدَّثَنَا عَبْدُ الْمَلِكِ، عَنْ عَطَاءٍ، عَنْ جَابِرٍ، قَالَ قَالَ رَسُولُ اللَّهِ صلى الله عليه وسلم ‏ "‏ مَا مِنْ مُسْلِمٍ يَغْرِسُ غَرْسًا إِلاَّ كَانَ مَا أُكِلَ مِنْهُ لَهُ صَدَقَةٌ وَمَا سُرِقَ مِنْهُ لَهُ صَدَقَةٌ وَمَا أَكَلَ السَّبُعُ مِنْهُ فَهُوَ لَهُ صَدَقَةٌ وَمَا أَكَلَتِ الطَّيْرُ فَهُوَ لَهُ صَدَقَةً وَلاَ يَرْزَؤُهُ أَحَدٌ إِلاَّ كَانَ لَهُ صَدَقَةٌ ‏"‏ ‏.‏ 

* This Hadith is also quoted in Sahi Bokhari as Hadith number 2320

This hadith emphasizes the reward for acts of environmental stewardship and benefiting others, even indirectly. Planting a tree or cultivating crops is seen as an act of charity because it provides ongoing benefits to Allah’s creation—humans, animals, and nature.

Reference to the Quran

This teaching aligns with several Quranic themes, emphasizing kindness, charity, and the care of Allah's creation.

• Charity as an Act of Righteousness: The Quran repeatedly emphasizes that acts of charity are highly rewarded:

"Indeed, the men who practice charity and the women who practice charity... it will be multiplied for them, and they will have a noble reward." (Surah Al-Hadid, 57:18)

By planting trees and benefiting others, a Muslim engages in Sadaqah Jariyah (ongoing charity), which continues to bring rewards as long as it provides benefits.

• Care for the Earth and Stewardship: The Quran teaches that humans are stewards (Khalifah) of the Earth and have a responsibility to care for it:

"He brought you forth from the earth and settled you in it. So ask forgiveness of Him and turn to Him in repentance. Indeed, my Lord is near and responsive." (Surah Hud, 11:61)

Planting trees and cultivating the earth aligns with this stewardship, ensuring the sustainability of natural resources for future generations.

• Reward for Benefiting Others: The Quran highlights the importance of benefiting others, even in small ways:

"Whoever does an atom's weight of good will see it." (Surah Az-Zalzalah, 99:7)

When a tree or plant provides food, shade, or shelter, it is a source of ongoing blessings and reward for the one who planted it.

• Kindness to All of Allah’s Creation: The Quran acknowledges the rights of all living beings, including animals and birds, as part of Allah’s creation:

"And there is no creature on [or within] the earth or bird that flies with its wings except [that they are] communities like you..." (Surah Al-An’am, 6:38)

Providing sustenance to creatures, whether intentionally or unintentionally, is an act of compassion and is rewarded in Islam.

Key Lessons from the Hadith and Quran

• Acts of Charity Are Diverse: Charity is not limited to financial contributions but includes any act that benefits others, such as planting trees or sowing seeds.

• Ongoing Rewards (Sadaqah Jariyah): Planting trees offers continuous rewards as long as they provide benefit, making it an enduring form of charity.

• Environmental Responsibility: Islam encourages the care of the environment, recognizing it as part of Allah’s trust to humanity.

• Kindness to All Creatures: The hadith and Quran both emphasize the importance of benefiting all of Allah’s creation—humans, animals, and even nature.

• Intentional and Unintentional Charity: The hadith shows that even unintended acts, such as birds or animals eating from plants, bring rewards.

This hadith beautifully encapsulates the Islamic values of charity, compassion, and environmental stewardship. It reflects the Quranic principles of benefiting others, caring for the Earth, and recognizing all living beings as part of Allah’s creation. 

Muslims are encouraged to see even small acts, like planting a tree, as significant contributions to the well-being of humanity and the environment, leading to immense rewards in this life and the Hereafter.

May Allāh (سبحانه و تعالى‎) help us understand Qur'ān and follow the Sunnah of Prophet Muhammad ﷺ, which is embodiment of commandments of Allah contained in the Qur'ān. May Allah help us to be like the ones He loves and let our lives be lived helping others and not making others' lives miserable or unlivable. May all our wrong doings, whether intentional or unintentional, be forgiven before the angel of death knocks on our door. 

وَمَا عَلَيۡنَاۤ اِلَّا الۡبَلٰغُ الۡمُبِيۡنُ‏ 

(36:17) and our duty is no more than to clearly convey the Message.”

That is Our duty is only to convey to you the message that Allah has entrusted us with. Then it is for you to accept it or reject it. We have not been made responsible for making you accept it forcibly, and if you do not accept it, we shall not be seized in consequence of your disbelief, you will yourselves be answerable for your actions on Day of Resurrection.

May Allah forgive me if my posts ever imply a piety far greater than I possess. I am most in need of guidance.

Reading the Qur'ān should be a daily obligation of a Muslim - Reading it with translation will make it meaningful. But reading its Exegesis / Tafsir will make you understand it fully. It will also help the Muslims to have grasp over social issues and their answers discussed in the Qur'an and other matter related to inter faith so that they are able to discuss issues with non-Muslims with authority based on refences from Qur'an.

Note: When we mention God in our posts, we mean One True God, we call Allah in Islam, with no associates. Allah is the Sole Creator of all things, and that Allah is all-powerful and all-knowing. Allah has no offspring, no race, no gender, no body, and is unaffected by the characteristics of human life.

You may also refer to our reference page: Collection of Hadiths of Prophet Muhammad ﷺ  for more Hadiths on the General Subjects.

For more hadiths on varying subjects, refer to our reference page: Sunnah and Hadith of Prophet Muhammad ﷺ to know more about Hadiths and Sunnah of Prophet of Allah. You may also refer to our Reference Pages for knowing more about Islam and Qur'ān.

Photo | Source of Hadith: Sahi Bokhari | Sahi Muslim | Help taken from ChatGPT for expanding meaning of the Hadith

Disclaimer: The material for this post has been collected from the references as given above. If anyone differs with the material contained in this post, one may consult the references and their authors.  If someone has more material about the subject, he/she is most welcome to share in the comments box to make the post all encompassing.

If you like Islam: My Ultimate Decision, and to keep yourself updated on all our latest posts to know more about Islam, follow us on Facebook. You may also refer to our Facebook  Group Islam: The Ultimate Truth for more on Islam and Da'wah.

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