It is narrated from Sayyiduna Abu Dharr (may Allah be pleased with him), he says: The Messenger of Allah (peace and blessings be upon him) came to us and said: Do you know which deed is most beloved to Allah Almighty? One man said: Prayer and zakat, and another said that it is jihad. The Prophet (peace and blessings be upon him) said: Indeed, the most beloved deed to Allah Almighty is that love is shown for the sake of Allah and hatred is held for His sake.
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