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Riyad as-Salihin 608 (Book) #38993
Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) as a Shepherd

SUMMARY: This hadith tells us that Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) was a shepherd and tended sheep for the Makkans.

Abu Hurairah (May Allah be pleased with him) reported: The Prophet said, "Every Prophet has tended sheep". He was asked: "And did you?" He replied: "Yes, I tended them for a few carats for the Makkans". Al-Bukhari.
وعن أبي هريرة رضي الله عنه عن النبي قال‏:‏ “ما بعث الله نبياً إلا رعى الغنم” قال أصحابه‏:‏ وأنت‏؟‏ فقال‏:‏ نعم كنت أرعاها على قراريط لأهل مكة” ‏(‏‏(‏رواه البخاري‏)‏‏)‏‏.‏

TOPICS
prophet  *  sheep  *  tending  *  carats  *  makkans

QUICK LESSONS:
Be humble and kind-hearted towards others; Strive to be honest and hardworking; Help those in need; Provide for your family; Do your best at whatever you do; Respect all professions/jobs equally

EXPLANATIONS:
This hadith tells us about the life of Prophet Muhammad ﷺ before he became a prophet. It is reported that he used to tend sheep for the people of Makkah in exchange for some carats. This shows us how humble and kind-hearted our beloved prophet was even before his prophethood. He was willing to do any job to help those in need and provide for his family. The hadith also teaches us that no matter what our profession or job is, we should always strive to be honest and hardworking in whatever we do. We should never forget that Allah Almighty sees all our actions and will reward us accordingly on the Day of Judgment.

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