of days, and even after a long while has elapsed; by contrast, ill treatment and a surly temperament leave nothing behind but a bad trace and an ugly memory.

4 – The report also shows that the Arabs of the pre-Islamic era possessed noble traits, upright dealings, and praiseworthy qualities that issued from their sound lineage, and that the Prophet ﷺ was sent to complete those inherited virtues of character.

5 – It highlights the Prophet’s own refined character and loyalty: he never forgot this man’s pleasant companionship, agreeable company, and fair treatment.

6 – al-mamārāh (argumentation) and al-madāraʾah (quarrelling): al-Khattābī said that the expression “lā yadrīʾ” means that one should not repel the rightful claimant from his due. Abū ʿUbayd added that madāraʾah here is written with a hamza and derives from daraʾa, signifying contention and opposition, whereas mudārāh (without hamza) denotes courteous conduct. Both madāraʾah and mamārāh are blameworthy traits that breed aversion and cause division. Leniency and courtesy, on the other hand, attract affection and preserve brotherhood and harmony; for this reason the Prophet ﷺ praised his partner for possessing these two noble qualities. Every Muslim—especially partners—would do well to adopt them.

7 – The ḥadith encourages loyalty to one’s long-standing neighbor and first companion: the original bond that later became severed should not be forgotten, nor should its possessor be neglected; one should acknowledge it toward one’s earliest associate, for such loyalty characterized the Messenger of Allah ﷺ.

• Decision of the Council of Senior Scholars concerning a partner taking profit merely for lending his name to the partnership:
  Resolution no. 91, dated 22/5/1402 AH:
  All praise is due to Allah, and may blessings and peace be upon His servant and Messenger Muḥammad, and upon his family and Companions. To proceed:
  The Council of Senior Scholars, in its nineteenth session convened