Musnad Ahmad

It is narrated from Sayyiduna Ibn Abbas (may Allah be pleased with them both) that once the noble Companions (may Allah be pleased with them) were sitting, and the Prophet (peace and blessings be upon him) also came and said, "Shall I not tell you who among the people holds the best rank and status?" The people said, "Yes, O Messenger of Allah!" He said, "The person who holds the reins of his horse and sets out in the way of Allah until he dies or is martyred." Then he said, "Shall I tell you about the person who comes next after him?" The noble Companions (may Allah be pleased with them) said, "Yes, O Messenger of Allah!" He said, "The man who lives alone in a mountain pass, performs prayer, gives zakat, and keeps away from evil people. Shall I not tell you about the person who holds the worst rank?" The noble Companions (may Allah be pleased with them) said, "Yes, O Messenger of Allah!" He said, "The person who begs from someone in the name of Allah and receives nothing."