What is Sahih Muslim 2294 about?

This hadith from Sahih Muslim (Book of The Book of Zakat), narrated by Abu Huraira reported from the Messenger of Allah (ﷺ) as having said this:, states: "The heart of an old person feels young for the love of two things: love for long life and wealth."

Is this hadith authentic?

This hadith is graded Sahih. Sahih hadiths are considered the most authentic grade in hadith classification.

Which collection is this hadith from?

This hadith is from Sahih Muslim, which contains 7,459 hadiths across 57 books. It is hadith number 2294 in the Book of The Book of Zakat.

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Sahih Muslim #2294

The Book of Zakat

Sahih

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

حَدَّثَنَا زُهَيْرُ بْنُ حَرْبٍ، حَدَّثَنَا سُفْيَانُ بْنُ عُيَيْنَةَ، عَنْ أَبِي الزِّنَادِ، عَنِ الأَعْرَجِ، عَنْ أَبِي هُرَيْرَةَ، يَبْلُغُ بِهِ النَّبِيَّ صلى الله عليه وسلم قَالَ ‏ "‏ قَلْبُ الشَّيْخِ شَابٌّ عَلَى حُبِّ اثْنَتَيْنِ حُبِّ الْعَيْشِ وَالْمَالِ ‏"‏ ‏.‏

The heart of an old person feels young for the love of two things: love for long life and wealth.

Narrated by Abu Huraira reported from the Messenger of Allah (ﷺ) as having said this:

Context

In this hadith, the Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ) reflects on human nature, stating that the heart of an old person still yearns for two things: long life and wealth. This observation sheds light on the inherent desires that persist throughout life, regardless of age. It serves as a reminder of the human condition and the universal aspirations that people hold.

Modern Application

In contemporary society, this hadith can prompt individuals to reflect on their own desires and motivations. It encourages self-awareness about what drives them, fostering a deeper understanding of their priorities and aspirations.

Topics

This hadith is tagged with Human Nature because it discusses the enduring desires of individuals, regardless of their age.

Human Nature