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Since the problems of the underprivileged are numerous, it is essential to be regardful of and considerate towards them. The importance of giving loans can be comprehended by the fact that lending money to a Muslim brother is regarded as more virtuous than giving him charity; thus ensuring that the society does not get entangled in interest and usury.

God increases the livelihood and enhances the moral excellences of one, who lends money to others; whereas he, who despite possessing the means to lend money to other, refrains from doing so, shall find himself afflicted with poverty and indigence.

The Holy Prophet (peace be upon him and his holy progeny) replied: It is because He desires to make you enter Paradise by means of this. Abu Dahdaah asked: If I give my God a loan, do you guarantee Paradise for me? Yes. Whoever gives God a loan, God shall recompense him in Paradise, the Holy Prophet (peace be upon him and his holy progeny) replied. Abu Dahdaah continued: Would my wife, Umme Dahdaah be with me in Paradise? The Holy Prophet (peace be upon him and his holy progeny) said: Yes .

Abu Dahdaah persisted: Would it be that my daughter too shall be with me in Paradise? This time, as the Holy Prophet (peace be upon him and his holy progeny) replied in the affirmative, Abu Dahdaah said to him (peace be upon him and his holy progeny): Place your hand upon my hand to confirm what you have just stated!