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Jami` at-Tirmidhi #2442

Chapters On Zuhd
Sahih

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

حَدَّثَنَا أَحْمَدُ بْنُ بُدَيْلِ بْنِ قُرَيْشٍ الْيَامِيُّ الْكُوفِيُّ، حَدَّثَنَا أَبُو بَكْرِ بْنُ عَيَّاشٍ، عَنْ أَبِي حَصِينٍ، عَنْ أَبِي صَالِحٍ، عَنْ أَبِي هُرَيْرَةَ، قَالَ قَالَ رَسُولُ اللَّهِ صلى الله عليه وسلم ‏ "‏ لَيْسَ الْغِنَى عَنْ كَثْرَةِ الْعَرَضِ وَلَكِنِ الْغِنَى غِنَى النَّفْسِ ‏"‏ ‏.‏ قَالَ أَبُو عِيسَى هَذَا حَدِيثٌ حَسَنٌ صَحِيحٌ ‏.‏ وَأَبُو حَصِينٍ اسْمُهُ عُثْمَانُ بْنُ عَاصِمٍ الأَسَدِيُّ ‏.‏
"Richness is not having many possessions, but richness is being content with oneself."
Narrated by Abu Hurairah narrated that the Messenger of Allah (s.a.w) said:

Context

In this hadith, the Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ) clarifies the true meaning of wealth, stating that it is not about the abundance of possessions but rather the richness of the soul. This teaching encourages individuals to seek inner fulfillment and contentment rather than material accumulation, emphasizing the value of spiritual wealth.

Modern Application

In a consumer-driven society, this principle reminds us to focus on what truly matters—our inner peace and satisfaction. By practicing gratitude and contentment, we can lead more fulfilling lives without being overly attached to material possessions.

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About Jami` at-Tirmidhi

This hadith is #2442 from Jami` at-Tirmidhi, in the Book of Chapters On Zuhd. It is graded Sahih and narrated by Abu Hurairah narrated that the Messenger of Allah (s.a.w) said:.

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