It is narrated from Hazrat Buraidah that when Hazrat Salman Farsi (may Allah be pleased with him) arrived in Madinah, he brought a gift in a plate to the service of the Holy Prophet (peace and blessings be upon him) and placed it before him. The Holy Prophet (peace and blessings be upon him) asked, "What is this?" Hazrat Salman replied, "It is charity for you and your companions." The Holy Prophet (peace and blessings be upon him) said, "I do not eat charity." He had the gift taken away (i.e., returned it). Then the next day, he brought it in the same way. The Holy Prophet (peace and blessings be upon him) asked, "What is this?" Hazrat Salman replied, "It is a gift for you." The Holy Prophet (peace and blessings be upon him) said to the companions (may Allah be pleased with them), "Eat."