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Sahih al-Bukhari #2230

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

حَدَّثَنَا مُحَمَّدُ بْنُ الْعَلاَءِ، حَدَّثَنَا أَبُو أُسَامَةَ، عَنْ بُرَيْدِ بْنِ عَبْدِ اللَّهِ، عَنْ أَبِي بُرْدَةَ، عَنْ أَبِي مُوسَى ـ رضى الله عنه ـ عَنِ النَّبِيِّ صلى الله عليه وسلم قَالَ ‏ "‏ الْخَازِنُ الأَمِينُ الَّذِي يُنْفِقُ ـ وَرُبَّمَا قَالَ الَّذِي يُعْطِي ـ مَا أُمِرَ بِهِ كَامِلاً مُوَفَّرًا، طَيِّبٌ نَفْسُهُ، إِلَى الَّذِي أُمِرَ بِهِ، أَحَدُ الْمُتَصَدِّقَيْنِ ‏"‏‏.‏
The Prophet (ﷺ) said, "An honest treasurer who gives what he is ordered to give fully, perfectly and willingly to the person to whom he is ordered to give, is regarded as one of the two charitable persons."
Narrated by Narrated Abu Musa:

Context

The Prophet (ﷺ) spoke about the qualities of an honest treasurer, emphasizing the importance of fulfilling obligations with integrity. This hadith highlights the significance of trustworthiness in financial matters and the role of sincerity in charitable actions.

Modern Application

In today's financial landscape, this principle encourages individuals to be responsible and honest in their roles, whether as treasurers or in any position of trust. Upholding integrity in financial dealings fosters a culture of accountability and respect.

Topics

This hadith is tagged with Charity and Wages and Labor because it underscores the importance of honesty and integrity in financial responsibilities.

CharityWages and Labor

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This hadith is #2230 from Sahih al-Bukhari, in the Book of Representation, Authorization, Business by Proxy. It is graded Sahih and narrated by Narrated Abu Musa:.

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