HADITH OF THE DAY
TREE SIMILAR TO MUSLIM
Narrated by Ibn Umar
The Prophet (Peace & Blessings of Allah upon Him) said, "There is a tree among the trees which is similar to a Muslim (in goodness), and that is the date palm tree."
Note - The date-palm tree is extremely strong and steadfast in the face of strong winds and hurricanes. Likewise, the believer is also steadfast during trials and tribulations.
Note - The date-palm tree is beneficial to all whether the tree is alive or dead. When it is alive it provides fruit and sustenance to the people, and when it no longer bears any fruit, its wood, leaves and branches are used for a variety of purposes. The believer likewise is beneficial to others.
Note - The believer and the date palm share similarities in their nature and outward appearance. The date-palm tree is pleasing to look at and produces succulent dates. The believer should also exhibit a charming appearance both physically and through his conduct and speech. When stones are thrown at the date-palm tree, it sends down its finest part: its fruit. Likewise, when abuse is hurled against a believer, he responds in the best of ways.
[Vol-7 Hadith-359 Sahih Al-Bukhari]
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