THE BEST KIND OF DEEDS H H 118 "Abu Dharr asked the Messenger of Allah, praise and peace be upon him, 'Which deeds are the most meritorious?' He replied: 'The belief in Allah and striving in His cause.' Abu Dharrr asked: 'The freeing of which servant is best?' He replied: 'The one whom his master likes best and whose value is highest.' Abu Dharr asked: 'What if one is unable to do that?' He replied: 'Then help someone with his work, or do something for someone who is unable to do it himself.' Abu Dharr asked: 'What if one does not have the strength?' He replied: 'Then restrain yourself from harming anyone because that also is charity for yourself.'" R 118 Bukhari and Muslim with a chain up to Abu Dharr who related this.