Gardens of the Righteous — Page 62
62. GARDENS OF THE RIGHTEOUS anything from the street that causes inconvenience is charity (Bokhari and. Muslim). 251. Umm Kulthum relates that she heard the Holy Prophet say: He who brings about peace between people and attains good or says that which is good is not a liar (Bokhari and Muslim). Muslim's version adds: I did not hear him let people have a latitude in what they said except in three situations: war, making peace, and talk between husband and wife. 252. Ayesha relates that the Holy Prophet heard two men contending with one another in loud voices outside his door. One of them begged the other to agree to reduce the amount of the debt he owed him and to deal kindly with him. The other said: By Allah, I shall not do it. The Holy Prophet went out to them and asked: Which is the one who swears by Allah he will not act kindly?. The man said: It is I, Messenger of Allah, and for him is whatever he prefers (Bokhari and Muslim). 253. Sahl ibn Sa'ad Sa'idi relates that the Holy Prophet learnt that a contention had arisen between members of the Bani Amr ibn Auf. He went with some of his companions to make peace between them and was hospitably detained. The time for Prayer arrived and Bilal went to Abu Bakr and said to him: The Messenger of Allah has been detained and it is time for Prayer. Will you lead the people in Prayer? He said: Yes, if you wish. Bilal called the iqamah and Abu Bakr stepped forth and the service commenced. At this stage the Messenger of Allah arrived and walking through the rows took his stand in the first row. Thereupon the worshippers began to clap. Abu Bakr was intent upon the Prayer and paid no heed. When the clapping increased he noticed the. Holy Prophet who indicated to him by a sign to remain in his place and continue the service. But Abu Bakr raised his hands, gave praise to Allah, retreated backwards and took his stand in the row. The Holy Prophet went forward and led the Prayer. When it was over he faced towards the congregation and said: Why is it that when something is encountered in the course of the salat you start clapping? Clapping is only for women. When any of you is faced with anything in the course of the salat he should say: Holy is. Allah. This is bound to draw attention. And Abu Bakr, what stopped you from continuing to lead the Prayer after I had made a sign to you? He said: It did not behove the son of Abu Qahafah to lead the Prayer in front of the. Messenger of Allah (Bokhari and Muslim). 32. . On the Superiority of the Poor and Weak among Muslims. Allah, the Exalted, has said: 112. Continue thy companionship with those who call on their Lord, morning and evening, seeking His pleasure, and look not beyond them (18. 29).