Yet, no figure in history, Arab or otherwise, has ever matched the boundless generosity of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ. He was the embodiment of generosity itself—giving without hesitation, without expectation, and without seeking recognition.

While some people give charity hoping for a return, whether in wealth, admiration, or loyalty, the Prophet ﷺ gave purely for the sake of Allah. His giving was sincere and selfless, untouched by worldly motives.

One day, a man in need came to the Prophet ﷺ asking for help. Without a moment's hesitation, the Prophet ﷺ gifted him an entire flock of sheep. On another occasion, he gave 100 camels to the chiefs of several Arab tribes. Once, a man asked the Prophet ﷺ for the very shirt he was wearing. The Prophet ﷺ immediately removed it and gave it to him, even though he had no other.

Encouraging others to be generous, he once said to his companion Bilal (RA): “Spend, O Bilal, and fear not poverty from the Owner of the Throne (Allah)." Such was his trust in Allah's provision.

If the Prophet ﷺ had nothing to give when someone asked, he would still find something to offer. Even when he possessed very little, he would give what he had, relying entirely on Allah for sustenance. When the spoils of war were brought to him, he would distribute them in less than an hour.

His hospitality was unmatched. His home was open for travellers and strangers alike. The hungry were fed, the poor were helped, and guests were honoured, regardless of their background or beliefs. Jews, Bedouins, enemies, and even hypocrites shared meals with him as his guests.

He never grew tired of giving. Never did he say “no” to someone who asked, nor did he ever show the slightest displeasure to one who sought his help. When treasures of gold or silver were presented to him, he would immediately distribute them, not keeping even a single dinar or dirham for himself. In fact, he often seemed happier to give than the recipient was to receive.

A paragon of generosity in every sense, the Prophet ﷺ urged others to follow his example. He once said: “Whoever believes in Allah and the Last Day, let him be generous to his guest.”

His life was a living testimony to the beauty of selfless giving. Giving for the sake of Allah, and trusting in Him alone for reward and provision.