Musannaf Ibn Abi Shaybah 34722 — Leadership

Al-Harith bin Yazid al-Hadrami (may Allah have mercy on him) said that Sayyiduna Abu Dharr (may Allah be pleased with him) asked the Messenger of Allah (peace and blessings be upon him) for a position of authority. He (peace and blessings be upon him) said: "You are indeed weak, and it is a very great trust, and on the Day of Resurrection it will be a cause of disgrace and regret, except for the one who takes it rightfully and fulfills the right that is due from him in it."