The Prophet (peace and blessings be upon him) said:
“Look at those who are below you and do not look at those who are above you, for this is more likely to prevent you from belittling the blessings of God upon you.”
(Narrated by Muslim)
This noble Prophetic hadith conveys a valuable lesson: it encourages contentment with what God, the Almighty, has decreed for us and urges us to observe those who are in more challenging situations than ours. By doing so, we learn to appreciate the blessings we have and to be grateful for them. This teaching fosters satisfaction, guards us against envy and discontent with divine decrees, and helps to cultivate inner peace and serenity, even in the most difficult circumstances.
