The Prophet Muhammad A simple Guide to his Life
The Prophet as a Model
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THE PROPHET AS A MODEL
The Prophet of Islam not only presented God’s
religion theoretically, but also diligently followed it
in practice. Therefore, he is not only one who has
told us what to do, but is also one who has
demonstrated a practical example of what he
preached:
‘Truly, you have in the Prophet of God an
excellent model for him who fears God and the Last
Day and who frequently remembers God.’ (33:22)
This verse was revealed in the context of the battle
of Ahzab. However, according to the principle of
exegesis, it has a general application. As regards its
general sense, this verse means that not only in the
context of the campaigns of Ahzab, but in every
respect, the Prophet’s life serves as the best example
for the believer. God’s true servant is one who
adopts the model presented by God’s Prophet
throughout his life.
A good or an excellent example does not mean a
complete model as is generally understood. That is
to say, it does not mean that from every aspect of
