The Book of Wills - Sunan an-Nasa'i 3623

"The Messenger of Allah did not leave behind a Dirham or a Dinar, or a sheep or a camel, and he did not leave any will." Ja'far did not mention "Dinar or Dirham."

Commentary on the Hadith

This noble hadith from Sunan an-Nasa'i demonstrates the Prophet's complete detachment from worldly possessions and his perfect trust in Allah's provision. The Messenger of Allah (peace be upon him) departed from this world without accumulating material wealth, setting an example for his ummah in zuhd (asceticism) and reliance upon Allah.

The variation in narration regarding the mention of "Dinar or Dirham" by Ja'far indicates the meticulous preservation of prophetic traditions, where narrators carefully recorded even minor differences in wording while maintaining the essential meaning.

Scholars explain that the Prophet's lack of a will concerning worldly possessions was because his heirs were clearly defined in the Qur'an, and his primary legacy was the Qur'an and Sunnah. His estate was distributed according to Islamic inheritance laws without need for additional testamentary instructions.

This teaching emphasizes that true wealth lies not in material accumulation but in righteous deeds that endure beyond this temporary world. The Prophet's example calls Muslims to balance worldly responsibilities with spiritual priorities, avoiding excessive attachment to transient possessions.