Prophet Muhammad (SAW)

Prophet Muhammad (SAW)

The Prophet(pbuh) was of a slightly above-average height. He was fair in complexion with a rosy tinge. His hair was black and wavy but stopped short of curling and was between his ear lobes and shoulders. Sometimes he would part his hair at the middle while at other times he would keep it braided. His face was radiant “as if the sun were following its course across and shining from his face” said one companion.

The Prophet(pbuh) had the physique of a powerful man. He had long muscular limbs, large joints and a wide girth. The Prophet(pbuh) would walk briskly with a forward-leaning gait, moving with a strength of purpose. Men would tire trying to keep up with him. When he spoke, he would turn his whole body giving full attention to the one addressing him and showing complete concern to what was being said.

He was free of pride and children would playfully lead him through the streets of Madinah whilst grasping his finger.

He(pbuh) said: “He who does not show mercy to our young, and honour our old, is not from us.” (Abu Dawud)

Ali(RA), cousin and son-in-law to the Prophet(pbuh) said of him: “He was the last of the Prophets, the most giving of hearts, the most truthful, the best of them in temperament and the most sociable. Whoever unexpectedly saw him would stand in awe of him, and ever accompanied him and got to know him would love him. Those describing him would say: ‘I have never seen anyone before or after him who was comparable to him.'”

Ayesha'(RA) said of him: “He always joined in household chores and would at times mend his clothes, repair his shoes and sweep the floor. He would milk, tether and feed his animals.” (Bukhari)

“Indeed in the Messenger of Allah you have an excellent example to follow for whoever hopes in Allah and the Last Day and remembers Allah much.” (The Holy Quran, Chapter 33, Verse 21)

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