What is Jami` at-Tirmidhi 2407 about?

This hadith from Jami` at-Tirmidhi (Book of Chapters On Zuhd), narrated by Abu Hurairah narrated that the Prophet (s.a.w) said:, states: ""The heart of an old man remains young because of love for two things: Long life , and much wealth.""

Is this hadith authentic?

This hadith is graded Hasan. Hasan hadiths are considered good and acceptable in hadith classification.

Which collection is this hadith from?

This hadith is from Jami` at-Tirmidhi, which contains 4,053 hadiths across 49 books. It is hadith number 2407 in the Book of Chapters On Zuhd.

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Chapters On Zuhd

Hasan

The Arabic includes the chain of narration (sanad) and the collector's commentary; the English translation shows the Prophet's words only.

حَدَّثَنَا قُتَيْبَةُ، حَدَّثَنَا اللَّيْثُ، عَنِ ابْنِ عَجْلاَنَ، عَنِ الْقَعْقَاعِ بْنِ حَكِيمٍ، عَنْ أَبِي صَالِحٍ، عَنْ أَبِي هُرَيْرَةَ، أَنَّ النَّبِيَّ صلى الله عليه وسلم قَالَ ‏ "‏ قَلْبُ الشَّيْخِ شَابٌّ عَلَى حُبِّ اثْنَتَيْنِ طُولُ الْحَيَاةِ وَكَثْرَةُ الْمَالِ ‏"‏ ‏.‏ قَالَ أَبُو عِيسَى هَذَا حَدِيثٌ حَسَنٌ صَحِيحٌ ‏.‏

"The heart of an old man remains young because of love for two things: Long life , and much wealth."

Narrated by Abu Hurairah narrated that the Prophet (s.a.w) said:

Context

The Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ) remarks on the nature of aging, stating that an old man's heart remains youthful due to his desire for long life and wealth. This observation reflects human tendencies and desires that persist regardless of age, illustrating the complexities of human nature.

Modern Application

In modern life, this hadith encourages us to recognize and manage our desires. While striving for success and longevity is natural, it is essential to balance these desires with mindfulness and gratitude.

Topics

This hadith is tagged with Wealth because it addresses the human inclination toward wealth and longevity, highlighting the ongoing desires that accompany aging.

Wealth