It is narrated from Sayyiduna Abu Dharr (may Allah be pleased with him) that the Messenger of Allah (peace and blessings be upon him) said: Allah Almighty will neither speak to three persons, nor will He purify them, and for them there will be a painful punishment. Sayyiduna Abu Dharr (may Allah be pleased with him) said: O Messenger of Allah! Who are these people? They are the losers and the unsuccessful ones. The Prophet (peace and blessings be upon him) repeated this three times and then said: The one who lets his garment hang below his ankles, the one who sells goods by swearing falsely, and the one who reminds others of his favors.