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Sahih Muslim 2337c (Book 43, Hadith 124) #13149
The Physical Attributes of the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH)

SUMMARY: The Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) had a handsome face, good disposition and was neither too tall nor too short.

Al-Bara' reported that Allah's Messenger had the most handsome face amongst men and he had the best disposition and he was neither very tall nor short-statured.
حَدَّثَنَا أَبُو كُرَيْبٍ، مُحَمَّدُ بْنُ الْعَلاَءِ حَدَّثَنَا إِسْحَاقُ بْنُ مَنْصُورٍ، عَنْ إِبْرَاهِيمَ بْنِ، يُوسُفَ عَنْ أَبِيهِ، عَنْ أَبِي إِسْحَاقَ، قَالَ سَمِعْتُ الْبَرَاءَ، يَقُولُ كَانَ رَسُولُ اللَّهِ صلى الله عليه وسلم أَحْسَنَ النَّاسِ وَجْهًا وَأَحْسَنَهُمْ خَلْقًا لَيْسَ بِالطَّوِيلِ الذَّاهِبِ وَلاَ بِالْقَصِيرِ

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prophet  *  handsome  *  disposition  *  tallness  *  shortness

QUICK LESSONS:
Respect others and strive for excellence in all aspects of life. Have good character traits such as kindness and moderation.

EXPLANATIONS:
This hadith speaks about the physical attributes of the beloved Prophet Muhammad ﷺ. He was known to have a very handsome face, which is why he is often referred to as ‘Al-Muzzammil’ or ‘The Wrapped One’ in reference to his beautiful features. He also had an excellent disposition and character, which made him even more attractive. In terms of height, he was neither too tall nor too short; rather he was just right for his time period. This hadith serves as an example for us to follow in terms of our physical appearance and character traits; we should strive to be like him in all aspects of life.

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