It is narrated from Sayyiduna Abu Dharr (may Allah be pleased with him), he says: My beloved friend commanded me with seven things. The Prophet (peace and blessings be upon him) commanded me to love the poor and to keep close to them. The Prophet (peace and blessings be upon him) commanded me to look at those who are below me and not to look at those who are above me. The Prophet (peace and blessings be upon him) commanded me to maintain ties of kinship, even if they turn their backs on me. The Prophet (peace and blessings be upon him) commanded me not to ask anyone for anything. The Prophet (peace and blessings be upon him) commanded me to speak the truth, even if it is bitter. The Prophet (peace and blessings be upon him) commanded me not to fear the blame of any blamer regarding Allah. And the Prophet (peace and blessings be upon him) commanded me to frequently recite "La hawla wa la quwwata illa billah," for it is one of the treasures beneath the Throne.