(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.