It is narrated from Hazrat Abu Hurairah (may Allah be pleased with him) that a man came to the presence of the Messenger and asked this question: "Who among the people is most deserving of good companionship from me?" The Prophet replied, "You will certainly get the answer." He asked, "Who?" The Noble Prophet (peace and blessings be upon him) said, "Your mother." He asked, "Then who?" He replied, "Your mother." He asked, "Then who?" He replied, "Your mother." He asked, "Then who?" He replied, "Your father."