Silsilah as-Sahihah 2866 — Who is Truly Merciful Among People?

It is narrated from Sayyiduna Anas bin Malik, may Allah be pleased with him, that the Messenger of Allah, peace and blessings be upon him, said: "By the One in Whose hand is my soul! Allah bestows His mercy only upon the merciful among His servants." He said: Each of us shows mercy. The Prophet, peace and blessings be upon him, said: "I do not mean being merciful only to your friend, but you must show mercy to all people."