Hadiths on Physical Attributes

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2 explained prophetic hadiths on "Physical Attributes": Arabic text, translation, explanation and lessons, with authenticity grade and references.

Short answer

This category presents an authentic hadith describing the physical characteristics of the Prophet (may Allah’s peace and blessings be upon him). A Companion testifies: «I have never touched plain or woven silk softer than the palm of the Messenger of Allah (may Allah's peace and blessings be upon him)». The text thus illustrates the softness of his hand to the touch, unequaled by any brocade or silk. The hadith bears the number 6221.

Updated on 24 September 2026 at 12:34 AM

The list of hadiths on Physical Attributes

بسم الله الرحمن الرحيم Sun 27 Jumada al-Awwal
الأحد 27 جمادى الأولى
هلال متناقص Waning Crescent Day 28.1 / 29.5
Illumination 2%
New moon in 1 day
لا حول ولا قوة إلا بالله There is no power nor strength except with Allah

إِنَّ ٱللَّهَ وَمَلَٰٓئِكَتَهُۥ يُصَلُّونَ عَلَى ٱلنَّبِىِّ ۚ يَٰٓأَيُّهَا ٱلَّذِينَ ءَامَنُوا۟ صَلُّوا۟ عَلَيْهِ وَسَلِّمُوا۟ تَسْلِيمًا

God and His angels shower their blessings on the Prophet. O believers, you should also send your blessings on him, and salute him with a worthy greeting.

Al-Ahzab 33:56

Blessings on the Prophet ﷺ