Some people asked the Prophet: "Who is the most honorable amongst the people?" He replied, "The
most honorable among them is the one who is the most Allah-fearing." They said, "O Allah's Prophet!
We do not ask about this." He said, "Then the most honorable person is Joseph, Allah's Prophet, the
son of Allah's Prophet, the son of Allah's Prophet, the son of Allah's Khalil." They said, "We do not
ask about this." He said, "Then you want to ask me about the Arabs' descent?" They said, "Yes." He
said, "Those who were best in the pre-lslamic period, are the best in Islam, if they comprehend (the
religious knowledge).
Narrated by Narrated Abu Huraira:
Context
In this narration, the Prophet (ﷺ) addresses the concept of honor among people, emphasizing that true honor is based on piety and righteousness. The discussion highlights the significance of understanding one's lineage while also stressing that the best among people are those who possess knowledge and fear of Allah. This teaching encourages humility and the pursuit of knowledge.
Modern Application
In today's society, this hadith reminds us that true honor is not defined by social status or lineage but by one's character and actions. It encourages individuals to strive for personal growth and understanding, fostering a culture of respect and humility in our interactions with others.
Topics
This hadith is tagged with Family and Community because it discusses the importance of lineage while also emphasizing the value of piety and knowledge in determining a person's honor.
Indeed, the most worthy of Abraham among the people are those who followed him [in submission to Allah] and this prophet, and those who believe [in his message]. And Allah is the ally of the believers.
They said, "Are you indeed Joseph?" He said "I am Joseph, and this is my brother. Allah has certainly favored us. Indeed, he who fears Allah and is patient, then indeed, Allah does not allow to be lost the reward of those who do good."
The Prophet is more worthy of the believers than themselves, and his wives are [in the position of] their mothers. And those of [blood] relationship are more entitled [to inheritance] in the decree of Allah than the [other] believers and the emigrants, except that you may do to your close associates a kindness [through bequest]. That was in the Book inscribed.
Those were the ones upon whom Allah bestowed favor from among the prophets of the descendants of Adam and of those We carried [in the ship] with Noah, and of the descendants of Abraham and Israel, and of those whom We guided and chose. When the verses of the Most Merciful were recited to them, they fell in prostration and weeping.
سُورَةُ طه
Taa-Haa (Taa-Haa)
بِسْمِ ٱللَّهِ ٱلرَّحْمَـٰنِ ٱلرَّحِيمِ
1 ayah
قُلْنَا لَا تَخَفْ إِنَّكَ أَنتَ ٱلْأَعْلَىٰ
Allah said, "Fear not. Indeed, it is you who are superior.
