Obey those in authority over you; Speak truth wherever you are; Do not worry about criticism; Respect others; Be honest at all times

This hadith speaks of the importance of obedience to authority, speaking truth and not worrying about criticism. It was narrated by Yahya Ibn Said who heard it from Malik who heard it from Yahya Ibn Said who heard it from Ubada Ibn Al-Walid Ibn Ubada Ibn As-Samit. The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ made a contract with his companions that they should obey in ease and hardship, enthusiasm and reluctance; meaning that they should obey even when they don’t feel like it or when things are difficult for them. They were also told to speak the truth wherever they were without worrying about criticism or what people might think of them for doing so. This teaches us that we must always be honest in our words no matter what situation we find ourselves in, even if people may criticize us for doing so. We must also remember to respect those in authority over us such as our parents or teachers because Allah has put them there for a reason and He will reward us if we obey them out of respect for Him.