What is the complete text of the Hadith Qudsi that states: "O son of Adam, I created you for worship, so do not play; and I have apportioned your sustenance for you, so do not tire yourself. For if you are content with what I have apportioned for you"?
This text is neither a Qudsi nor a Prophetic Hadith, nor is it found in the books of Hadith. Rather, it is from the Isra’iliyyat (Judeo-Christian traditions), as mentioned by Shaykh al-Islam Ibn Taymiyyah. Among what is stated in it: "O son of Adam: Do not fear any possessor of authority, as long as My authority remains, and My authority never ceases." And: "Do not fear scarcity of provision, for My treasuries are full, and My treasuries never cease." "I created you for worship, so do not play, and I apportioned your sustenance for you, so do not tire yourself." If you are content with what has been apportioned, I will relieve your heart and body, and you will be praised. Otherwise, I will unleash the world upon you, and you will be condemned. It also states: "I did not forget those who disobeyed Me, so how could I forget those who obeyed Me?" And: "Do not ask Me for tomorrow's provision, just as I did not ask you for tomorrow's deed." "I am loving towards you, so by My right upon you, be loving towards Me."
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