Riyad as-Salihin, 1383
Abu Hurairah (May Allah be pleased with him) reported:
The Messenger of Allah (ﷺ) said, "When a man dies, his deeds come to an end except for three things: Sadaqah Jariyah (ceaseless charity); a knowledge which is beneficial, or a virtuous descendant who prays for him (for the deceased)." <b>[Muslim]</b>.
وعنه قال: قال رسول الله صلى الله عليه وسلم :
إذا مات ابن آدم انقطع عمله إلا من ثلاث: صدقة جارية ،أو علم ينتفع به، أو ولد صالح يدعو له
((رواه مسلم)).
References1 variant
- In-Book Reference
- Book 12, Hadith 8
Sharh · explanationclick to expand
<b>Guidance from the Hadith:</b><br>
1) Any good deed that continues after a person’s death is ongoing charity for him.<br>
2) We are urged to seek knowledge and then teach it to others, for this is the enduring legacy after we die.<br>
Note:<br>
One of the best acts from which a dead person benefits is his child’s supplication for him. The Prophet (may Allah’s peace and blessings be upon him) encouraged this act, and he would only guide us to what is good for us. So, the believer should be keen to adhere to the Prophet’s guidance and give up other things which people newly introduce in the religion without any basis in knowledge.