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Qataadah
Radiyallahu 'Anhu narrates that Allah gave to every Nabi that He had sent a
beautiful feature and beautiful voice. Your Nabi Sallallahu 'Alayhi Wasallam
also had a beautiful feature and a beautiful voice. Rasulullah Sallallhu
'Alayhi Wasallam did not recite in a melodious tone as singers do..
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"A person once asked Baraa bin Aazib
(Radiallahu anhu), "Was the face of Rasulullah (Sallallahu alaihe
wasallam) shining like a sword?" He replied: "No but like a full-moon
with its roundness.":
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Muhammad (Peace be upon Him) is the last Prophet
of Allah Almighty, who was born in 570 A.D in the city of Makkah. Right from
his childhood, He was very different fromother ordinary people and later in His
life; he used to stay in the cave of Hira to find the spirituality he was
always looking for. Finally He received a revelation from Allah Almighty when
the angel named Jibrael (A.S) was sent down by Allah to disclose the very first
five Ayahs from Surah Al-Alaq upon Him which is translated as:
“Read in the name of your Lord who created,
created man from a clot. Read, for your Lord is most Generous, Who teaches by
means of the pen, teaches man what he does not know.” (96: 1-5)
The holy Quran was officially revealed upon Him
then and He became the last and final Prophet of Allah after that. He had
extraordinary characteristics in his personality which is why He got such a
huge honor to be chosen as the messenger of the Almighty. The Arabs were
blessed in a sense that they got the opportunity to get enlightened by the
teachings of Allah from Muhammad (PBUH) as He is regarded as the noblest
Prophet of all, and that too is possible only because he had a great character.
Now let us discuss some of the most important
personality traits of the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH).
Kindness to all
The courtesy and good manners of the Prophet
(PBUH) are well known as He was not only kind hearted to other fellow human
beings particularly to the children but also to the animals. It was the time
when the Arabs used to feel shame in being loving and affectionate to their
kids.
“The Messenger of God (PBUH) performed Salah
(prayer) while he was carrying an infant girl named Umaamah, daughter of Abul-Aas.
When he bowed, he put her on the ground, and when he stood up, he would carry
her again.” (Bukhari #5650)
Such was the high degree of love in the heart of
Muhammad (PBUH) towards children that He used to tell other Arabs to love their
kids and to be fearful from Allah in this regard. He was also kind in His
behavior towards animals.
During a journey, somebody picked up some birds
eggs. The bird’s painful note and fluttering attracted the attention of the
Prophet (PBUH) who asked the man to replace the eggs. [Al-Bukhaari]
The above mentioned Hadith shows how well
mannered Muhammad (PBUH) used to be that he was consistent in His behavior
towards all the living creatures.
Truthfulness and promise fulfilling
The Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) always spoke the truth
in His entire life and always taught others to base their personalities around
this act. Even His enemies used to testify that they had never seen as truthful
and honest person as Him. The Holy Quran also gives evidence about the
truthfulness of Muhammad (PBUH).
“We know indeed that what they say certainly
grieves you, but surely they do not call you a liar; but the unjust deny the
verses of God.” (Qur’an 6:33)
Allah Himself testifies about this great
attribute observed in the personality of the Prophet (PBUH). He earned the
title of Al-Ameen (trustworthy), which is why even the non believers used to
keep their valuable things in the custody of Muhammad (PBUH) as they trusted
him for his promise fulfilling nature.
Leading by example
Muhammad (PBUH) did not spread Islam by
dictating others, rather he always did His best to serve as a guiding principle
to others by acting upon Allah`s teachings Himself first. Before the famous
battle with non believers called “Ghazwa-e-Khandaq”, He participated Himself in
the digging trench just outside Madina, and He even lifted the heaviest stones
during the process.
Indeed the Noble Qur’an says:
“Certainly you have in the Messenger of Allah an
excellent exemplar for him who hopes in Allah and the latter day and remembers
Allah much.” (Qur’an 33:21)
It is evident from the above Ayah that Prophet
(PBUH) is indeed a great example for all of us to succeed in this world and
hereafter. He was such a visionary leader that he saved the Muslims from going
extinct by agreeing to the treaty of Hudaibiah for ten years which proved
to be vital for success of the Muslims later against non believers.
Charitable
Jabir b. Abdullah narrates that:
“The Prophet (PBUH) did not refuse to give
anything which he had to someone if he asked for it.” (Bukhari #5687)
As Zakat is one of the five pillars of Islam, so
the Prophet (PBUH) always emphasized on its importance by doing charity, used
to observe Zakat and showed the real meaning of it by sharing everything He had
with other needy people.
Cooperative
The Prophet (PBUH) always did His own work by
Himself and helped the family members in the daily work. Aishah (R.A) once
said:
“He helped and assisted his family members with
their chores; but when the call to prayer was heard, he would [stop everything
and] leave to attend the prayers.”
Muhammad (PBUH) always showed through His
character about the virtue of team work and collaboration as observed in the
battle of Khandaq, where He participated along with other Muslims in digging
trench. (Repeated Example)
Pleasant appearance
Muhammad (PBUH) had a great personality in terms
of physical appearance as well as His conduct.
According to Al-Bara’:
“The Prophet (PBUH) was the handsomest of
all people, and had the best appearance. He was neither very tall nor short.”
(Bukhari)
The Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) always used to keep
smiling expressions on His face, and He was a very friendly person.
Abdullah bin al-Harith said:
“I have never seen a man who smiled as much as
the Messenger of God (PBUH).” (Tirmidthi #2641)
There is a lesson for each and every one of us
in the personality of Muhammad (PBUH) to keep good relationships with others
through our kind and friendly behavior.
Simplicity
The Holy Prophet spent a very simple life. He
used to have a single dress to wear, cleaned His clothes and mended His shoes
Himself. He always preached others to avoid going towards materialism by not
accumulating any kind of wealth in His entire life. He never ate to fill his
stomach, rather he used to fast, and on many time He would wrap stones around
His belly to avoid having a feeling for hunger.
“Look at those who are at a lower level than
you, but do not look at those who are at a higher level than you, because that
would make it conducive to (Allah upon you) slightly (in the eye).” (Muslim)
He always had satisfaction with His life and
never complained about lacking anything. Despite being the Prophet of Allah
Almighty, he never considered living a life like a king which he could easily
have.
Modesty
Muhammad (PBUH) was well known for his
humbleness and humility as He never said No to anybody seeking His help. His
openness and candidness also played a vital role in spreading Islam as He
treated everyone alike regardless of their statuses.
“A woman from the people of Madeenah who was
partially insane said to the Prophet (PBUH): ‘I have to ask you [your help]
about something.’ He helped her and took care of her needs.”(Bukhari #670)
He did not discriminate among people and used to
help everyone without any intention of return. He used to visit the sick,
accepted invitations from the poor, and attended the funerals. He never
considered Himself as a better person than others; rather He always lived a
very modest life.
Merciful
The compassionate behavior of the Prophet (PBUH)
was highly notable. He never took revenge for personal matters, e.g. when He
used to walk through the streets of Makkah, an old lady used to throw garbage
on His head. One day when she did not throw garbage on Him, He went to see her.
He found that the old lady was sick. He looked after the old lady till she got
better. The Prophet Muhammad (s) once said:
““Allah will not be merciful to those who are
not merciful to people.” Sahih al-Bukhari, Vol. 9, #473.
He forgave all the non believers after winning
the last battle of Makkah. This kind and courteous conduct of Muhammad (PBUH)
made the Kuffaars (non believers) to embrace Islam. That was not the first time
that the Prophet (PBUH) showed His people to forgive others. He also forgave a
woman named Hind (after the victory of Makkah), who had eaten the liver of the
Prophet`s (PBUH) uncle Hazrat Hamza (May Allah be pleased with him).
Epitome of ethics
The Holy Prophet`s (PBUH) whole life is a
personification of goodness and morality. He never said any vulgar word in His
entire life, even when he was abused and made fun of by the non believers.
Instead of being offended, He used to pray for their well being. Allah Almighty Himself testifies in the Holy Quran:
“And indeed, you are of a great moral character”
(Qur’an 68:4)
It is not possible to describe the greatness of
the Holy Prophet (PBUH) in one attempt, because there is a multitude of
characteristics of His personality which make Him a great person. He changed
the lives of the illiterate Arabs who were enemies of one another and could not
live a day in peace. The character of Muhammad (PBUH) is not only a huge source
of inspiration for the Muslims but for all human beings. All the societal
issues and evils could be eradicated if we all follow His teachings and act like
him.
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