The economic and social teachings of the Prophet Moḥammad (pbuh) emphasize the fundamental role of a sound economic foundation in the establishment of a virtuous and healthy society. This study examines two Ḥadiths from Al-Kafi by Moḥammad ibn Ya'qub al-Kulayni—commonly known as the Ḥadith of Khobz and a sermon attributed to the final days of the Prophet’s life—highlighting how economic stability and attention to livelihood and welfare, particularly the provision of basic needs for Muslims, were a constant priority throughout his prophetic mission. Through textual, narratological, and jurisprudential analysis, along with historical contextualization, this research demonstrates how the Prophet (pbuh) linked the fulfillment of basic needs (such as bread) and economic justice to religious practice and social justice. Despite certain weaknesses in the Ḥadith of Khobz (such as a weak narrator and broken chain of transmission), its alignment with Qur’anic principles and rationality affirms its conceptual validity. The findings challenge some interpretations and align with modern theories, such as Maslow's hierarchy of needs, revealing Islam's balanced perspective on human welfare.
Kumari,A and Sharifi,A . (2026). Analysis of the Ḥadith of Khobz and the Last Sermon in Explaining the Priority of Securing the Livelihood of People in Society. Ahl al-Bayt (as) Teachings, 3(4), 73-86. doi: 10.22034/jatj.2026.580846.1088
MLA
Kumari,A , and Sharifi,A . "Analysis of the Ḥadith of Khobz and the Last Sermon in Explaining the Priority of Securing the Livelihood of People in Society", Ahl al-Bayt (as) Teachings, 3, 4, 2026, 73-86. doi: 10.22034/jatj.2026.580846.1088
HARVARD
Kumari A, Sharifi A. (2026). 'Analysis of the Ḥadith of Khobz and the Last Sermon in Explaining the Priority of Securing the Livelihood of People in Society', Ahl al-Bayt (as) Teachings, 3(4), pp. 73-86. doi: 10.22034/jatj.2026.580846.1088
CHICAGO
A Kumari and A Sharifi, "Analysis of the Ḥadith of Khobz and the Last Sermon in Explaining the Priority of Securing the Livelihood of People in Society," Ahl al-Bayt (as) Teachings, 3 4 (2026): 73-86, doi: 10.22034/jatj.2026.580846.1088
VANCOUVER
Kumari A, Sharifi A. Analysis of the Ḥadith of Khobz and the Last Sermon in Explaining the Priority of Securing the Livelihood of People in Society. Ahl al-Bayt (as) Teachings. 2026;3(4):73-86. doi: 10.22034/jatj.2026.580846.1088