Sahih al-Bukhari 3018 (Book 57, Hadith 55)
to some Quarries men even up to one-hundred camels each, whereupon some Ansari men said about
Allah’s Messenger (ﷺ), “May Allah forgive His Apostle! He is giving to (men of) Quraish and leaves us, in
spite of the fact that our swords are still dropping blood (of the infidels)” When Allah’s Messenger (ﷺ) was
informed of what they had said, he called the Ansar and gathered them in a leather tent and did not
call anybody else along, with them. When they gathered, Allah’s Messenger (ﷺ) came to them and said,
“What is the statement which, I have been informed, and that which you have said?” The learned ones
among them replied,” O Allah’s Messenger (ﷺ)! The wise ones amongst us did not say anything, but the
youngsters amongst us said, ‘May Allah forgive His Apostle; he gives the Quarish and leaves the
Ansar, in spite of the fact that our swords are still dribbling (wet) with the blood of the infidels.’ ”
Allah’s Messenger (ﷺ) replied, I give to such people as are still close to the period of Infidelity (i.e. they have
recently embraced Islam and Faith is still weak in their hearts). Won’t you be pleased to see people go
with fortune, while you return with Allah’s Messenger (ﷺ) to your houses? By Allah, what you will return
with, is better than what they are returning with.” The Ansar replied, “Yes, O Allah’s Messenger (ﷺ), we are
satisfied’ Then the Prophet (ﷺ) said to them.” You will find after me, others being preferred to you. Then
be patient till you meet Allah and meet His Apostle at Al-Kauthar (i.e. a fount in Paradise).” (Anas
added:) But we did not remain patient.
Sahih al-Bukhari 3018 (Book 57, Hadith 55)
The above hadith is from the Sahih al-Buhari collection of hadiths. Sahih al-Bukhari is more than just a book; it is a meticulously curated archive of the Prophet’s Sunnah. Compiled by Imam al-Bukhārī over sixteen years, its completion around 847 CE was a landmark event in Islamic history. Its inclusion in the Kutub al-Sittah solidifies its canonical importance alongside five other major collections. The text’s enduring influence stems from its author’s unparalleled effort to verify each narration, resulting in a trusted compilation of 7,563 hadiths organized into 97 chapters that serve as a definitive guide for millions of believers.
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