Hadith

Begin with your intention

“The reward of deeds depends upon the intentions”

Narrated by Umar ibn al-Khattab

English translation excerpt. Read the linked narration for its full wording and context.

Learn and teach the Qur’an

“those who learn the Qur'an and teach it.”

Meaning in briefThe narration describes learning and teaching the Qur’an as qualities of the best among Muslims.

Narrated by Uthman ibn Affan

Brief English translation excerpt with a summary. Follow the source link for the full narration and context.

A path toward knowledge

“he who treads the path in search of knowledge”

Meaning in briefSeeking knowledge is described as a way by which Allah eases a person’s path to Paradise.

Narrated by Abu Huraira

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Choose good words

“should talk what is good or keep quiet.”

Meaning in briefThe narration connects belief in Allah and the Last Day with good speech, care for neighbors, and generosity to guests.

Narrated by Abu Huraira

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Faith and sincerity

“The Religion is sincerity.”

Narrated by Tamim ad-Dari

English translation excerpt. The full narration explains to whom this sincerity is due.

Small deeds, done consistently

“the most regular and constant even if it were little.”

Meaning in briefThe narration teaches that Allah loves good deeds done consistently, even when they are small.

Narrated by Aisha

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Generosity in everyday words

“a good word is a Sadaqa”

Narrated by Abu Huraira

English translation excerpt. Sadaqa means charity; the full narration gives more examples of everyday good deeds.

Build a place of worship

“Whoever built a mosque”

Meaning in briefThe narration promises a similar place in Paradise to the one who builds a mosque, mentioning the intention of seeking Allah’s pleasure.

Narrated by Uthman ibn Affan, reported by Ubaidullah al-Khaulani

Brief English translation excerpt with a summary of the remainder. Read the full narration for the wording about intention.