10-07-2004, 03:28 AM
Sahih Bukhari
Volume 3, Book 41, Number 575:
Narrated Abu Huraira (radiallaho unho):
A man demanded his debts from Allah's Apostle (salallaho alaihi wasallam) in such a rude manner that the companions of the Prophet intended to harm him, but the Prophet said, "Leave him, no doubt, for he (the creditor) has the right to demand it (harshly). Buy a camel and give it to him." They said, "The camel that is available is older than the camel he demands. "The Prophet said, "Buy it and give it to him, for the best among you are those who repay their debts handsomely. "