Quote  Category: Qur'an “It is better for one of you to take a rope, bring a load of firewood on his back, and sell it, God thereby preserving his self respect, than that he should beg from people whether they give him anything or refuse him.” - Prophet Muhammad (570-632) Sayings of Muhammad. by Prof. Ghazi Ahmad - Arabian, b. Mecca, son of Abdallah, descended of Ishmael. Email this quote to a friend! If there is an error in this quote please let us know. Famous Quotes © ® All rights reserved.