Refraining from hurting the Creation

Hadhrat ‘Amr bin Sa’d (Radhiallahu Anhu) was a Sahaabi who possessed great fear of Allah Ta’ala. During the khilaafat of Hadhrat Umar (Radhiallahu Anhu), Hadhrat ‘Amr bin Sa’d (Radhiallahu Anhu) was nominated as the governor of Hims by Hadhrat Umar (Radhiallahu Anhu). However, at the time of his nomination, he mentioned to Hadhrat Umar (Radhiallahu Anhu) that he will only accept the post of governorship on condition that he does not receive any remuneration for his services. He ruled over Muslims and non-Muslims. On one occasion, he became upset with a Christian for some misdemeanor that occurred from the side of the Christian. Inadvertently, the words slipped from his tongue, “May Allah disgrace you”. However, later on, when he began to ponder and reflect over his statement, he realized that he should have not uttered such a word to the Christian. He was so overcome by the fear of Allah Ta’ala and concern for his Aakhirat that he immediately set out to Madinah Munawwarah. He mentioned to Hadhrat Umar (Radhiallahu Anhu) his mistake and expressed his fear of falling into the same predicament in the future, and thereafter excused himself and resigned from the position of governorship. (Jawaahir Paare)