(Second chain) The Messenger of Allah, peace and blessings be upon him, said: Whoever Allah grants sustenance without him asking for it, he should accept it. Abdullah says: I asked my father, Imam Ahmad: What is meant by "ashraf"? He said: It is when you say in your heart that such-and-such person will send something to me, such-and-such person (by giving me something) will show kindness to me.