"You are in a time when whoever abandons a tenth of what he has been ordered, then he is ruined. Then, there will come a time in which whoever does a tenth of what he has been ordered shall be saved."
Narrated by Abu Hurairah narrated that the Prophet(s.a.w) said:
Context
This hadith highlights the challenges faced by Muslims in adhering to their duties. The Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ) warns that abandoning even a small portion of what is commanded can lead to ruin, while in the future, fulfilling even a fraction of obligations may lead to salvation. This serves as a reminder of the evolving nature of faith and practice over time.
Modern Application
In our current times, this hadith encourages individuals to strive for even small acts of goodness, especially when faced with challenges. It reminds us that every effort counts and that maintaining our faith is crucial, even in difficult circumstances.
Topics
This hadith is tagged with Good Deeds and Reward of Deeds because it emphasizes the significance of fulfilling obligations and the potential rewards for even minimal adherence.
Whoever comes [on the Day of Judgement] with a good deed will have ten times the like thereof [to his credit], and whoever comes with an evil deed will not be recompensed except the like thereof; and they will not be wronged.
Say, "Whoever is in error - let the Most Merciful extend for him an extension [in wealth and time] until, when they see that which they were promised - either punishment [in this world] or the Hour [of resurrection] - they will come to know who is worst in position and weaker in soldiers."
سُورَةُ قٓ
Qaaf (The letter Qaaf)
بِسْمِ ٱللَّهِ ٱلرَّحْمَـٰنِ ٱلرَّحِيمِ
1 ayah
هَٰذَا مَا تُوعَدُونَ لِكُلِّ أَوَّابٍ حَفِيظٍۢ
[It will be said], "This is what you were promised - for every returner [to Allah] and keeper [of His covenant]