Be generous & kind towards those in need; Love & be near those who are poor; Don't turn away from someone even if you only have something small like a piece of date; Strive for generosity & kindness even if your contribution may seem small; Have compassion for others.

This hadith is about being generous and kind towards those in need, as it will bring us closer to Allah on the Day of Judgement. The Prophet Muhammad said that those who are needy enter paradise before their rich counterparts by forty autumns, which is a long time! He also encouraged 'Aishah not to turn away a needy person even if with just a piece of date, showing how small acts of kindness can go a long way. He also told her to love the needy and be near them, as this would make her near Allah on the Day of Judgement. This hadith teaches us that we should always strive for generosity and kindness towards those in need, no matter how small our contribution may be - because these small acts can have great rewards in both this life and the hereafter!