The Realness of Abu Bakr (R)

Subhan’Allah, I came across a statement of Abu Bakr (R) that really made me reflect deeply on his love for our  beloved Prophet Muhammad (s).

Allama Ibn Hajr al-Asqalani reiterated the hadith of the Messenger of Allah (s) in which he said

” I love three things in this world: Fragrance; a pious wife; and prayer, which is the coolness of my eyes.

Upon hearing this, Hadrat Abu Bakr (R) became restless with desire and said:

“O Beloved of Allah, I also love three things in the world: to look upon your face, to spend my wealth on your every order, and having my daughter as your wife.”

Which leaves us with one question, What degree of love do we have in our hearts for our Beloved Prophet?