HadithCore teaching
121Restrain unchecked desire
122Use knowledge to benefit others
123Deeds endure beyond worldly possessions
124Do not exploit trust with a deliberate lie
125Do not profit exploitatively from public need
The first and last narrations expose harmful attachment to wealth. The middle narrations develop beneficial knowledge, lasting deeds, and honesty. Together they call for keeping personal desire subordinate to fairness, others' rights, and accountability in the Hereafter.