Bab-ul-Ilm

The Honest Trader Is With the Prophets

Chapter 6 — Honesty, Work and Earning

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Said by: The Holy Prophet Muhammad (SAW)

Arabic (عربی):

التَّاجِرُ الصَّدُوقُ الْأَمِينُ مَعَ النَّبِيِّينَ وَالصِّدِّيقِينَ وَالشُّهَدَاءِ

English translation:

"The truthful, trustworthy trader will be with the Prophets, the truthful ones and the martyrs."

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💡 Explanation: Business is not separate from religion. A shopkeeper or trader who is honest in prices, weights and promises earns a rank in the Hereafter alongside the greatest people.

💡 Remember:

Business is not separate from religion.