It is narrated from Hazrat Abu Hurairah (may Allah be pleased with him) that the Noble Prophet (peace and blessings be upon him) said: A time will surely come upon the people when, in terms of status and rank, the most virtuous person will be the one who, holding the reins of his horse, sets out in the path of Allah; wherever he hears a call, he mounts his horse and sets out in search of death (martyrdom). Or that person who lives among the common people, establishes prayer, pays zakat, and keeps away from people except for good (does not harm anyone).