![]() In describing the Prophet’s impeccable character, Anas says, Maintaining a calm demeanor with a servant is a challenging task let alone if that servant is also a child.ĭespite all of this, the Prophet still displayed the finest of conduct with those who were under his authority. Because Anas was so close to the Prophet, he knew the inner and outer aspects of his character. Anas ibn MalikĪnother one of the servants of the Prophet was a young boy by the name of Anas ibn Malik. The Jewish boy was privileged to serve the Prophet and was honored by the Prophet visiting him during his illness and witnessing his shahadah before his death. The privilege to serve the Prophet was something that every Muslim desired. ![]() So he embraced Islam and the Prophet stepped out saying, “ Praise be to Allah Who has saved him from Hell-fire.” He said: “Obey Abul-Qasim (i.e., the Messenger of Allah).” ![]() The little boy looked at his father who was sitting beside him. He sat down by his head and said to him, “ Embrace Islam.“ The following narration found in the great hadith collection of Imam al-Nawawi, encapsulates the genuine nature of the Prophet and his relationship with a young Jewish boy:Īnas (May Allah be pleased with him) reported:Ī young Jewish boy who was in the service of the Prophet fell ill. ![]()
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