Sunan an-Nasa'i #3611
The Arabic includes the chain of narration (sanad) and the collector's commentary; the English translation shows the Prophet's words only.
Context
In this hadith, Umar expresses his desire to give away his shares from Khaibar as charity, indicating his strong inclination towards generosity. The Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ) advises him to preserve the principal amount and instead donate the benefits derived from it. This highlights the importance of sustainable charity that continues to provide benefits over time.
Modern Application
In today's context, this principle encourages individuals to invest in charitable projects that yield ongoing benefits, such as funding education or healthcare initiatives. By doing so, the original contribution remains intact while the community continues to reap the rewards.
Topics
This hadith is tagged with Charity and Good Deeds because it emphasizes the value of sustainable charitable actions that provide ongoing benefits to the community.
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About Sunan an-Nasa'i
This hadith is #3611 from Sunan an-Nasa'i, in the Book of The Book of Endowments. It is graded Hasan and narrated by It was narrated that Ibn 'Umar said:.