- Categories: ,PROPHET ﷺ, MORALS
- Language: ENGLISH
- Format: PDF
Mankind needs a set of moral principles having universal validity as well as a real personality in which these moral principles are exemplified. The Prophet Muhammad is the only answer to the question. He proclaimed the ethics which bear the stamp of divine authenticity, and is, moreover, a model of perfect conduct and character for all mankind.
This book, though a preliminary statement of the case, present the life and teachings of Muhammad (peace be upon him) as an ideal for all mankind. The author believes that the Prophet Muhammad’s life is the only historical exemplification of the ideal man for a unified world morality.
He grew up, handsome and powerfully built, the greatness of his persona overawed all who came into his presence. But he was so soft-spoken and genial in disposition that anyone who came into contact with him inevitably loved and respected him. He evinced such traits as tolerance, forbearance and truthfulness, along with a fine understanding of men and their affairs. His was a balanced personality and the example he set was one of noble, human greatness. Da’ud ibn Husain says that even from his earliest youth he had the reputation of being the best mannered of all his people—full of solicitude for his neighbours, kind and understanding, truthful and trustworthy. He sedulously avoided quarrels, never quibbled over anything and was never heard to use foul or abusive language. People never hesitated to entrust their valuables to him, for his trustworthiness was unimpeachable. In fact it had earned for him the title of al-amin, —faultless custodian, unfailing trustee. On the occasion of Prophet’s marriage, Abu Talib, said in a speech, “Compare my nephew Muhammad, son of Abdullah, with anyone you know: he will outshine him in nobility, gentility, eminence and wisdom. By God, he has a great future and will reach a very high station”. Abu
Talib did not attach to these words later.
