Is it better for a wealthy person to wear worn-out clothes or good ones?
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Question:
May Allah reward you, Your Eminence, father. The questioner says: Some people strive to wear the best and finest clothes, while others are seen wearing only worn-out clothes, even though both have ample wealth. Which of the two is correct?
Answer:
The one who dresses well is correct. Allah is beautiful and loves beauty, and He loves it when He bestows a blessing upon a servant that the effect of His blessing is seen upon him. This is part of giving thanks for the blessing.
May Allah reward you, Your Eminence, father. The questioner says: Some people strive to wear the best and finest clothes, while others are seen wearing only worn-out clothes, even though both have ample wealth. Which of the two is correct?
Answer:
The one who dresses well is correct. Allah is beautiful and loves beauty, and He loves it when He bestows a blessing upon a servant that the effect of His blessing is seen upon him. This is part of giving thanks for the blessing.
Source
قناة «العلامة الدكتور صالح الفوزان»، هل الأفضل للغني لبس الثياب الرثة أو الجيدة؟ للشيخ صالح الفوزان — youtube.com
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