Life Lessons we can learn from Prophet Muhammad (SAW)

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Holy Prophet Muhammad (SAW) is that the last Messenger of Allah Almighty on which the last sacred book Noble Quran revealed. Being a Prophet and Messenger of Allah (SWT), He (SAW) delivered the message of Allah Almighty, explained it and applied it to Himself and on His family. Muhammad (SAW) is that the person of fantastic morals and character, so if we would like to steer a successful life then we should always follow the trail explained by Prophet Muhammad (SAW).

Allah Almighty says in Noble Quran about Prophet Muhammad (SAW) in these words: “You are indeed an exalted standard of character and morals“(Quran, 68: 4). So, if we actually want to steer a successful life we should always acquire life lessons from Prophet Muhammad (SAW). Allah Almighty sent Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) not only to spread the message of truth but also to point out the planet the perfect way of living one’s life. Life lessons that we will learn from Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) cover different matters of life, like business, relationships, faithfulness and cohabitation in tranquility.

Life Lessons from the lifetime of Prophet Muhammad (SAW)

Below we’ve put together some life lessons that we all should follow to steer a fruitful life during this world and also in Hereafter.

Always speak the reality in your life regardless of what’s things is. Learn to be truthful, honest and sincere. Beloved Prophet Muhammad (SAW) said: “The best Jihad is when one speaks a real word within the presence of a cruel ruler.”
We learn to be kind, gentle, patient and tolerant a bit like Prophet Muhammad (SAW). Spreading useful knowledge is that the attribute communicated by the Prophet (SAW) on Muslims.
benefit always even to those that offended you, give charity to the poor and help the needy without expecting any material reward reciprocally a bit like our beloved Prophet Muhammad (SAW).
The Messenger of Allah (SAW) had a superb , complete and sound intellect. No man has ever had an intellect as complete and excellent as His. So we should always follow Him if we would like to measure a successful and excellent life.
One should think beyond narrow borders. Holy Prophet (SAW) said: “He isn’t one among us who involves Tribalism/Nationalism, or who fights for Tribalism, or who dies for Tribalism.” So we should always attempt to think beyond this nobody is superior in terms of tribalism.
One should be honest in trading or in business. Our beloved Prophet Muhammad (SAW) was very honest in conducting trade and in His day to day affairs.
Live simple life with little reference to worldly belongings . Our beloved Prophet (SAW) adopted an easy and modest lifestyle. So we should always also attempt to live an easy life without being such a lot involved in worldly belongings .
Always wish good for others a bit like Prophet Muhammad (SAW) did in His life. Muhammad (SAW) said: “A believer wishes for others what he wishes for himself.”
don’t be unfair to others a bit like Prophet Muhammad (PBUH). Messenger of Allah (SAW) warned those that do injustice to others in these words: “Beware of injustice, for injustice are going to be darkness on the Day of Resurrection.”
Holy Prophet (PBUH) was a person of elation and lofty character. one among His sayings is, “Even a smile are often charity.” Muhammad (SAW) was always respectful of the old, caring towards the weak and loving towards the youngsters . We all should behave a bit like Prophet (PBUH) in our lives.
Treat your neighbors with Kindness. Our beloved Prophet (SAW) said: “Treat your neighbors during a kind and polite manner.”
don’t criticize others. Prophet Muhammad (SAW) said: “Always remember your own faults before you mention the faults of others.”

In short, Prophet Muhammad (SAW) is that the great model for Muslims in every aspect of life. Quran is that the book of guidance and Muhammad (SAW) implemented the teachings of Quran in His life for us in order that we will learn from His life. May Allah (SWT) give us the strength to find out and implement His virtues so as to achieve this life and Hereafter! Ameen