In defining al-hamd (praise), we said it is describing the one being praised with perfection. So how is it that one praises when a blessing is received but does not give thanks, as in the hadith?

The questioner : Al-hamd (praise) is describing the one being praised with perfection. It seems to one that it is appropriate to thank Allah (Mighty and Majestic) when a blessing is received. So how was al-hamd (praise) the prevailing response to blessings, while giving thanks was not the priority?

The Shaykh : It is known that Allah’s bestowal of favor upon you is from His perfection (Mighty and Majestic). So it is as if you do not care about the good that has befallen you; rather, the most important thing for you is to describe your Lord with perfection.

The questioner : And this is more appropriate in every...

The Shaykh : It is so in every case. The Messenger (peace and blessings be upon him) said: He made it al-hamd (praise); he did not say "and he thanks Him for it." But Allah said in the Qur'an: So when a person receives blessings, he forgets his personal benefit and then praises Allah the Exalted with perfection. This is more appropriate. However, the application of gratitude remains upon him, and that is by performing the obedience of the Bestower. Yes.