He told them living in such a manner was best in the eyes of Allah (S.

📌He told them living in such a manner was best in the eyes of Allah (S.W.T.) but if they did not think they could bear it then he was willing to give them back their mahr and part with them amicably. This shows that he was not willing to be swayed from his principles even for his family. Our Aimmah (a.s.) also lead simple lives. Note that Islam does not advocate poverty - only simplicity. Money can be used to help the poor and in ways to help the Muslim Ummah and Islam.