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A hadith and commentary.
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The Prophet, peace and blessings of Allah be upon him, said:
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"Indeed, some of what the spring brings forth kills or nearly kills by overeating."
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It is agreed upon by al-Bukhari and Muslim.
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Commentary:
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This profound statement has become a proverbial expression.
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Abu Hilal al-'Askari stated in Jamharat al-Amthal:
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This is a parable set forth by the Prophet, peace be upon him,
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for one who is granted a portion of worldly wealth,
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yet becomes so preoccupied with it, seeking more and clinging to it, that he neglects the rectification of his religion.
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Consequently, this becomes the cause of his ruin,
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just as livestock, if they do not graze in moderation,
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suffer from bloated stomachs and die, or come close to it.
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And al-habt (the condition mentioned in the hadith)
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is the swelling of the stomach.