Q
What is the significance of repaying debts in a generous manner in Islam?
A
A man demanded his debts from Allah’s Messenger (ﷺ) in such a rude manner that the companions of the
Prophet intended to harm him, but the Prophet (ﷺ) said, “Leave him, no doubt, for he (the creditor) has the
right to demand it (harshly). Buy a camel and give it to him.” They said, “The camel that is available
is older than the camel he demands. “The Prophet (ﷺ) said, “Buy it and give it to him, for the best among
you are those who repay their debts handsomely. ”
Prophet intended to harm him, but the Prophet (ﷺ) said, “Leave him, no doubt, for he (the creditor) has the
right to demand it (harshly). Buy a camel and give it to him.” They said, “The camel that is available
is older than the camel he demands. “The Prophet (ﷺ) said, “Buy it and give it to him, for the best among
you are those who repay their debts handsomely. ”
Referensi:
Sahih al-Bukhari 2390, Book 43, Hadith 6
Sahih al-Bukhari 2390, Book 43, Hadith 6
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