Meaning of the Hadith that people whose hearts are like the hearts of birds will enter Paradise
Question
"People whose hearts are like the hearts of birds will enter Paradise" [Saheeh Muslim].
Is this a saheeh hadith? What does this hadith mean?
Answer
Yes, it is an authentic hadeeth. It means that these people have a high level of tawakkul and trust in Allah Ta`ala.
And Allah Ta'ala (الله تعالى) knows best.
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- Mufti Ebrahim Salejee (Isipingo Beach)
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