The Prophet Muhammad’s Conduct and Morals as an Evidence of His Prophethood (Islaam.Com)
Creator: Dr. Abdul Radhi Muhammad Abdul Mohsen
Date: 2007-06-20
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Title: The Prophet Muhammad’s Conduct and Morals as an Evidence of His Prophethood (Islaam.Com)
Created on: Wed Jun 20 23:23:52 -0400 2007
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Abstract: ... harsh-hearted, they would have broken away from about you…" (Qur’an 3:159) The perfect character is a miracle, as many people try hard to achieve that but cannot. The perfect morals necessitates truthfulness which in turn necessitates acceptance of speech, and since the most important element in prophethood is telling and accepting of the news, the perfect character is an evidence of Messengership. In confirming the Prohet’s perfect morals and conduct there is a strong answer to the invective accusing the Prophet, sallallahu `alaihi wa sallam, of bad morals that made him unqualified to have the honour of Prophethood (according to accusers). The Prophet’s moral perfection was the strongest evidence that oblige many people to believe in Muhammad, even before witnessing a tangible miracle, e.g. Khadijah (the Prophet’s first wife), Abu Bakr, Ali, and others, may Allah be pleased with them. The fields of moral perfection that are reliable proofs of prophethood of the following: First: the Perfection of Qualities The Prophet, sallallahu `alaihi wa sallam, had a smiling face that made him loveable to the people who submitted to him and followed him. He was also wise, discerning and patient. Severe trials used to make him stronger. He was the most disinterested in the worldly pleasures. He was the example of modesty. He was kind to all, he used to walk in the markets and sit on earth. He was distinguished from his Companions only with shyness and silence. One of the Prophet’s most honourable attributes was his extreme tolerance. The Arabs showed him hatred and animosity but that made him kinder and more merciful. He showed neither wrath nor vengeance but for Allah’s sake. He fulfilled the promise and kept the covenant. Second: The Virtues of the Prophet’s Speech The extreme wisdom and the comprehensive knowledge that surprised his contemporaries. The strong capacity to learn by heart, he forgets not even a single information as regards his Message. He explained his laws and teachings with very clear proofs. He incided his people for virtues and good conduct... [Full Article...]
