(160) Anas relates that the Apostle of God, one day asked: “Is
there anyone who walks on water and his feet do not get wet?”
“Our master, it cannot be,” he was told. “In the same
way,” remarked the Prophet, “The worldly-minded cannot remain
free from sin.”
-Bukhari
Commentary.-The worldly-minded, in the above saying, signified one who
is intent on gain or worldly pleasure. Such a person cannot remain safe
from sin. But if the ultimate aim of the bondsman be the seeking of
the countenance of the Lord and the occupation in worldly interests
is only a means to it, he will not be called worldly-minded. It will
not be difficult for him to keep away from sinful acts in spite of apparent
engagement in worldly pursuits.