The holy Prophet advised his nation to work for a living, though our stay in this world is only temporary. He advises us to seek out our sustenance, not to wait for it to find us. It is best for us to work for our livelihood, to engage ourselves in any type of work that does not transgress the Law, as the most tasteful of food is that earned with one’s own hands. For man to seek his sustenance within the bounds of the divine Law is most pleasing to our Lord, and is also conducive to good mental and physical health. So whoever is able bodied must work. Don’t argue that, since the sustenance of
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