Mukhtasar Muslim

Sayyiduna Abu Dharr (may Allah be pleased with him) said: I asked the Messenger of Allah (peace and blessings be upon him), "Which deed is the best?" He (peace and blessings be upon him) said, "To have faith in Allah and to strive in His path." I said, "Which slave is best to set free?" He (peace and blessings be upon him) said, "The one who is most valuable to his master and whose price is high." I said, "What if I cannot do that?" He (peace and blessings be upon him) said, "Then help a craftsman or work for someone who is unskilled (that is, someone who does not know any work or trade and is in need of food)." I said, "What if I am unable to do even that?" (That is, if I cannot work or earn a living?) He (peace and blessings be upon him) said, "Then do not harm anyone, for that is your charity to yourself."