Hadiths on Prophet's Gentleness

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5 explained prophetic hadiths on "Prophet's Gentleness": Arabic text, translation, explanation and lessons, with authenticity grade and references.

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The category contains 5 authentic hadiths on the Prophet's gentleness. They attest that he never struck with his hand, neither a woman nor a servant, except when fighting in the cause of Allah, his patience with the Bedouin who pulled him violently by his cloak, and his gentleness toward a woman with a mental disorder whose need he fulfilled as she wished. One hadith compares his palm to a softness unequaled by brocade or silk, another relates the praise of those who settle their debts in the best manner.

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The list of hadiths on Prophet's Gentleness

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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