What is Sahih Muslim 2295 about?

This hadith from Sahih Muslim (Book of The Book of Zakat), narrated by Abu Huraira reported that the Messenger of Allah (ﷺ) had said this:, states: "The heart of an old person is young for two things: for long life and love for 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 2295 in the Book of The Book of Zakat.

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Sahih Muslim #2295

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.

وَحَدَّثَنِي أَبُو الطَّاهِرِ، وَحَرْمَلَةُ، قَالاَ أَخْبَرَنَا ابْنُ وَهْبٍ، عَنْ يُونُسَ، عَنِ ابْنِ شِهَابٍ، عَنْ سَعِيدِ بْنِ الْمُسَيَّبِ، عَنْ أَبِي هُرَيْرَةَ، أَنَّ رَسُولَ اللَّهِ صلى الله عليه وسلم قَالَ ‏ "‏ قَلْبُ الشَّيْخِ شَابٌّ عَلَى حُبِّ اثْنَتَيْنِ طُولُ الْحَيَاةِ وَحُبُّ الْمَالِ ‏"‏ ‏.‏

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

Narrated by Abu Huraira reported that the Messenger of Allah (ﷺ) had said this:

Context

In this hadith, Abu Huraira reports that the Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ) observed that even in old age, a person's heart can remain youthful, particularly in the pursuit of two desires: a longing for a long life and an attachment to wealth. This highlights the enduring nature of human desires, regardless of age, and serves as a reminder of the challenges individuals face in managing these desires throughout their lives.

Modern Application

Today, many people find themselves caught in the pursuit of wealth and longevity, often at the expense of their well-being and spiritual health. This hadith encourages individuals to reflect on their priorities and the impact of their desires on their lives, urging a balance between worldly pursuits and spiritual fulfillment.

Topics

This hadith is tagged with Human Nature and Wealth because it illustrates the persistent desires for life and wealth that can affect individuals regardless of their age.

Human Nature Wealth