Riyad as-Salihin, 124
Abu Hurairah (May Allah be pleased with him) reported:
O Muslim women, never belittle any gift you give your neighbour even if it is a hoof of a sheep". <b>[Al-Bukhari and Muslim]</b>.
الثامن: عنه قال رسول الله صلى الله عليه وسلم:
يا نساء المسلمات لا تحقرن جارة لجارتها ولو فرسن شاة
((متفق عليه)).
References1 variant
- In-Book Reference
- Introduction, Hadith 124
Sharh · explanationclick to expand
<b>Guidance from the Hadith:</b><br>
1) It urges Muslims to exchange gifts.<br>
2) One should pay due care to his neighbors and treat them kindly because it is a means to good deeds.<br>
3) This instruction addresses women in particular, encouraging them to do good, which reflects the care the Sharia gave to the rulings pertaining to women.