He never in his life struck anything with his hand except when he was fighting in the name of Allah. For ease of reading, we have divided Hind ibn Abu Halah's (ra) description into six parts. It was even like a mirror and white like the moon light,His shoulders were wide. Hind, the daughter of Abi Umayya Ibn Al-Mugheerah al-Makhzumiyyah of the Quraish tribe, who is most commonly known as Umm Salama, was one of the earliest Muslims. The front teeth had a slight space between them. he looked at a thing, with modesty and bashfulness, hence he did not stare at anything. He said, "The Messenger was imposing and majestic. In this hadeeth the word `Yata-kaf-fa-oo is used regarding the walking of Sayyidina Rasullullah (Sallallahu alaihe wasallam). [15. Imam Ghazzalis Ihya Ulum-Id-Din (The Book of Religious Learnings), Islamic Book Service, New Delhi, 2001, Volume II, p.242, 130. The Ulama say that this was in the early periods where Rasulullah (Sallallahu alaihe wasallam) did not make an effort to do so. His feet were smooth, because of their cleanliness and smoothness the water did not remain there but flowed away quickly. He did not find fault with nor over-praise people. Tirmidhi, Shamail-e-Tirmizi, Kitab Bhavan Publication, New Delhi, 1997, p.167, 149. http://www.universalunity.net/quran4 /035.qmt.html, 150. Ruqayyah bint MUHAMMAD 601-624. Hilya literally means "ornament" and is translated in Imam Ghazali Institute's Shama'il as "beautiful description": "Hasan ibn Ali reported: "I asked my maternal uncle, Hind ibn Abi Hala, who was skilled in describing features (wassaf), about the beautiful description (hilya) of the Messenger of Allah . von | Jun 17, 2022 | tornadoes of 1965 | | Jun 17, 2022 | tornadoes of 1965 | When he walked it seemed as if he was descending to a lower place. He would never praise his food nor criticize it. Hind Ibn Abi Haalah, may Allaah be pleased with him, said: "The Prophet, sallallaahu alayhi wa sallam, had large palms. When he was silent, they talked, but did not quarrel in his presence. For this reason, according to some Ulama, the bets translation will be that he only parted his hair in the middle if it could be easily done, and when this could not be done easily, and a comb etc. There was a thin line of hair from the chest to the navel. The Prophet (saas) would immediately warn any of his companions who were unkempt or failed to care for their appearance. Quraysh tribes, however, drew up a plan to kill the Prophet without the fear of reprisal. Shaykh Aslam explains that we included the Hilya Sharif in this edition in hope that it reaches the homes of every single believing person.. " Hasan ibn Ali reported: "I asked my maternal uncle, Hind ibn Abi Hala, who was skilled in describing features (wassaf), about the beautiful description (hilya) of the Messenger of Allah . I desired for him to describe some of his features to me so I could cherish and hold on to them." I have not touched any thick or thin silk or anything else which was softer and fleshier than Prophets palms. (Hazrath Anas), Calfs and Feet: Khadidja bint al-Khuwaylid, fdd omkring 555, dd 619, var en rik kpmannka i Mecka som vid 40 rs lder blev religionsstiftaren Muhammeds frsta hustru. Yet, what can be recognized from these descriptions was that the Prophet (saas)s hair was at ear-level at its shortest and at shoulder-length at its longest. When something happened, he entrusted it to Allah, kept himself free from his own strength and ability and said in invocation: O Allah, show me truth in a true manner or give me grace to give it up. He spoke with his full mouth (was not arrogant), and spoke concisely. elbows and knees etc.) He lowered his glance, glancing downwards more than upwards. Perhaps the terrible events of recent times, related to deliberately offensive depictions of Allahs noble Messenger , can serve as a catalyst for Muslims across the world to revive this practice, of connecting to Allahs Messenger through the beautiful word-portrait of the Hilya Sharif. Allah commissioned him at the age of forty. Saturday 4th April Spring Lodge Retreat Nottingham, UK Habib Ali al-Jifri taught three classes on the portrait (shama'il) of the Prophet Muhammad as mentioned in the famous tradition of Hind ibn Ab If his hair became parted naturally in the middle he left it so, otherwise he did not habitually make an effort to part his hair in the middle. He always looked down. Once he finished they would speak. Imam Ghazzalis Ihya ulum-id-din, Volume 2, pp. Tirmidhi in Shama'il, Bayhaqi, Tabarani, and ibn Sa'd.] Ibn 'Abbas described how he saw light shining from between his front teeth. [2] Family [ edit] The mubaarak eyes of Rasulullah (Sallallahu alaihe wasallam) were extremely black. While walking he asked the Sahabah (Radiallahu anhum) to walk in front, and he himself walked behind. He would not interject into someones speech unless they transgressed, in which case he would either rebuke them or else leave. Neither tall nor short, small but middle-sized. (Hazrath Anas) Aisha (ra) had this to say about the food the Prophet (saas) enjoyed: Rasulullah (saas) loved halva and honey.134, Among foods, he liked mutton, broth, pumpkins, sweet things, honey, dates, milk, cream, melons, grapes and cucumbers. The Prophet Muhammad (saas) was the only exception to this. Imam Ghazzalis Ihya Ulum-Id-Din (The Book of Religious Learnings, Volume I, p.138, 151. His expression was very sweet and distinct. Everybody who would pass by the Hilya Sharif would send peace and blessings upon the Prophet . Inclined to be tall. He was cautious about people and on his guard against them, but he did that without averting his face from them or being discourteous. Thats why IGI has made a version of the Hilya Sharif available in our bookstore. In the first chapter fourteen ahaadith are quoted. as men of Fiqh. He was very fair skinned with a wide brow and had thick eyebrows with a narrow space between them. The bones of his joints were strong and large (denoting strength). Besides, the special attributes and qualities granted to Sayyidina Rasulullah (Sallallahu alaihe wasallam) rob (awe) is also one of the special qualities granted to him). Food and Nutrition in Islam, http://www.stuymsa.org/origMSAarticles.htm, 142. The Prophet (s) was neither tall nor short. He spoke with his full mouth (was not arrogant), and spoke concisely. The front teeth had a slight space between them. And if he turned his head, his body turned as well, between his two shoulders was the seal of Prophethood, and he was the seal of the Prophets. When he walked he walked briskly (Taqalla), he leaned forward as if he was walking on a decline (Sabab). He was a last of all prophets. How easy it is for the beautiful to strike like lightning. He was the most generous and the most truthful. All the parts of his body were of moderate size. Description of Anas radi Allahu anhu. At times I looked at the full moon and at times at Rasulullah Sallallahu alayhi Wasallam. To draw a pen-picture of his appearance is beyond one's capability, but the Sahabah RA have endeavored, according to their capabilities, to preserve what little they could, of which some is . Still-life painting by Ibrahim Safi. He was the most generous of heart, truthful of tongue, softest in disposition, and noble in relationship. His beard was full and dense. back. Description of the Prophet March 14, 2008 . He did not speak without cause. Somewhat high with unique brightness whereby it looked large at first sight. (Hind bin Abi Hala), Cheeks: There was a vein between them that used to expand when he became angry. Imam Ghazzalis Ihya Ulum-Id-Din (The Book of Religious Learnings), Islamic Book Service, New Delhi, 2001,Volume II, p.250, 75. His face shone like the moon. (Hind bin Abi Hala) Hind ibn Abi Hala (the son of Muhammad's wife Kadijah) described Muhammad (pbuh) as follows: "The Messenger of Allah was of consecutive sorrows, continuous thought, never finding rest, long in silence. I did not see anyone more handsome than Rasulullah (s). He spoke with his full mouth (was not arrogant), and spoke concisely. (LogOut/ He asked about his Companions [ra] and he asked people how other people were. By describing Sayyidina Rasulullah (Sallallahu alaihe wasallam) in this manner, there is however no exaggeration because the complete beauty of appearance of Sayyidina Rasulullah (Sallallahu alaihe wasallam) cannot be fully described. Hind ibn Abi Hala (the son of Muhammad's wife Kadijah) described Muhammad (pbuh) as follows: "The Messenger of Allah was of consecutive sorrows, continuous thought, never finding rest, long in silence. He spoke with his full mouth (was not arrogant), and spoke concisely. His body was proportionately jointed. (This is a more respected transaltion). Holy prophet muhammad (p.b.u.h.) When he beckoned, he beckoned with the whole of the palm of his hand, and when he was astonished, he turned it over, and when he spoke, he gestured with his hands, and placed his right palm over the base of his left thumb. On his perfect countenance were a well-proportioned head, curved eyebrows, a long nose and an oval face. If he spoke, he struck with his right palm the inside of his left thumb. The Prophet sal Allahu alayhi wa sallam combined both outward and inward perfection. They would not vie with one-another in his presence to speak, but when one would talk in his presence the rest would listen until he finished. he looked at a thing, with modesty and bashfulness, hence he did not stare at anything. His hair was neither very curly nor very straight, but had a slight wave in it. The space between his shoulders was wide. He was in perpetual bouyance, easy in character, soft sided, neither rhetoric, nor coarse, nor clamor, nor obscene, nor reproach, nor flatter, neglecting what he does not desire but not despise it. His forearm was long and palms were wide. He was singularly bright and fresh. Another report comes from Fazl ibn Abbas (ra): The Holy Prophet (saas) said: Adopt white clothes; it is the best attire. 144, The best of drinks to the Messenger of Allah was sweet cold drink.145, The Holy Prophet (saas) said; besides milk there is nothing else that serves the purpose of both milk and water.146. If he was amazed, he overturned it. In order to understand the message of Islam, it is first necessary to acquaint ourselves with the prophet of Islam. were large, likewise the portion between the two shoulders was broad and fully fleshed. Lekin jis maqsad ke liye wo aye uska haq unhone pura-pura ada kiya. The majority of his laughter was [restricted to] smiling.. The blessed eyes of Rasulullah (saas) were extremely black. Obeyed, liked, neither verbose nor cryptic.. [ 8] The mouth of Rasulullah (Sallallahu alaihe wasallam) was moderately wide. According to this humble servant, if this is applied to his journeys it will be more appropriate. He would inquire after his companions and would ask the people about their affairs. Imam Ghazzalis Ihya Ulum-Id-Din (The Book of Religious Learnings), Islamic Book Service, New Delhi, 2001,VolumeII, p.242, 133. He inspects his companions and asks people about their wellbeing, he improves the good and confirms it, and faults the ugly and disapproves it, he was moderate in his matters, not different, he does not neglect for fear that they may overlook or bore, to each case he has solution, he does not fall short of the truth, and does not go beyond it to others that have been colored by them, The best of them to him is the most general in advice, and the greatest of them to him is the best of them in comfort and support. In addition to these, the Prophet (saas)s advice to the believers about how they should dress reveal the importance he attached to this subject. In them there would be no raising of voices nor transgressions of prohibitions. the white part of his eyes is extremely white, while the black part is extremely black, as if his eyelids have kohl naturally. He was somewhat. His physique was finely-balanced [in perfect harmony and proportion]. There were not twenty white hairs in his hair or beard, may Allah bless him and grant him peace.68, Rasulullah (saas) was so clean, clear, beautiful and handsome.69, The Prophet (saas) was neither tall nor short. Hadith: On the authority of 'Ali ibn Abu alib (ra) that when he described the Prophet (saw), he would say: 'He was neither excessively tall, nor short, but rather was of a medium stature among (his) people. Width between shoulders more than usual. (Hind bin Abi Hala and Bara bin Azib) Both eye brows were seperate and did not meet each other in the middle. He had splendid kneecaps, elbow joints and shoulder blades, free from hair. back, It is related from Jaabir (Radiallahu anhu) that he said: I once saw Rasulullah (Sallallahu alaihe wasallam) on the night of a full moon. Hind bin Abi Haalah described prophet Muhammad saying, He had great qualities and attributes in him, others also held him in high estemm. For if the prohibitions of Allah were transgressed he was among the strongest of them in anger. For if the prohibitions of Allah were transgressed he was among the strongest of them in anger. He would never be neglectful that they would not learn neglect and grow indifferent. Generally, his laughter consisted of a smile and he showed his teeth which were as white as hailstones. Kasim ibn Muhammed, vdiq para se t'i mbushte dy vjet. Shamaa-il Tirmidhi, Islamic Book Service Publications, New Delhi, 2000, p. 160, 135. Hind ibn Abi Hala (the son of Muhammad's wife Kadijah) described Muhammad (pbuh) as follows: "The Messenger of Allah was of consecutive sorrows, continuous thought, never finding rest, long in silence. Imaam Tirmidhi has collected from these about 400 ahaadith and divided them into fifty five chapters. His sign of prophethood was (not on his right hand) but between his shoulder blades. If you wish to read more about the love of the Sahabah (Radiallahu Anhummale and femalefor Sayyidina Rasulullah (Sallallahu alaihe wasallam) read Chapter Eight of my book `Stories of the Sahabah (Radiallahu Anhum). Everything of his noble features was perfect and beautiful. When Rasulullah (Sallallahu alaihe wasallam) walked, it appeared that he was descending from a high place. Sayyidina Rasulullah (Sallallahu alaihe wasallam) did not have hair on the parts of his body, besides places like the arms and legs etc.) If he spoke, he struck with his right palm the inside of his left thumb. His forehead was wide and the place between his eyebrows was bright like pure silver and eye-balls were black tinged with reddish hue. He did not speak without cause. His manners were fine He had black attractive eyes His hair glossy and black, inclined to curl, he wore long. 'Ali Ibn Abi Taalib, may Allaah be pleased with him, said: "The Messenger of Allaah, sallallaahu alayhi wa sallam, was neither excessively tall nor extremely short. He used to keep silent for long and not talk without necessity. They respected the old and showed mercy to the young. He was neither plump nor chubby-cheeked, and in his face there was a rounded quality. His speech was concise, neither excessive nor abridged. His eyelashes were long.74, His forehead was wide and the place between his eyebrows was bright like pure silver and eyes were black tinged with reddish hue. His gatherings were those of knowledge, humbleness, patience, and integrity. He said, When you find someone asking for something he needs, then give it to him. He had patience with the strangers when they were gruff in speech and requests, to a degree that his companions would fetch them to him. A Beauty Most Sublime: A Commentary on the Hadith of Hind ibn Abi Hala. There was a thin line of hair from the chest to the navel. It is therefore only natural to wish to study the life of Muhammad (pbuh), his manners and his morals, and to see how Islam manifested itself in his person as a living example for all Muslims till the end of time. Ibn Hindu. Sometimes the hair was shortened, sometimes longer hair was kept. You should know that the Messenger, Muhammad the son of `Abdullah (may Allah's blessings and peace b Love even those who hurt. He walked at a quick pace and took rather a long step. He only spoke about things for which he expected a reward from Allah. Allah ta'ala fashioned His Prophets to be morally and phsyically sound or kamaal. Obaidah ibn al-Harith ibn Abdul-Muttalib, was the first Muslim to be killed in battle. On another occasion, the Prophet (saas) said: Water was created pure and nothing makes it impure except that which changes its color, taste and smell.150, Some of the Prophet (saas)s finer traits. Voices were not raised in it nor were shortcomings made public or lapses exposed. We ran another test print run. He was not severe, harsh-hearted, loud, abusive, or miserly. It is therefore only natural to wish to study the life of Muhammad (pbuh), his manners and his morals, and to see how Islam manifested itself in his person as a living example for all Muslims till the end of time. White but wholesome. (Abu Tufail) He did not censure anything nor criticise or praise the taste of food. They helped those with needs and showed mercy to strangers. He did not treat harshly to anybody and accepted excuses offered to him. In the famous description of Hind ibn Abi Hala, "He was dignified and awe inspiring, radiant like the radiance of the moon on the night it is full" (Tirmidhi in Shama'il, Bayhaqi, Tabarani, and Ibn Sa'd) Unidentified 'Flashing' Light from the Sky I asked my father about how the Messenger of Allah (saw) was at home.