Ways of The Prophet (S.A.W)

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The Holy Prophet (Sallallahu Alaihi Wa Sallam) had made it a point not to enter his house all of a sudden and disturb the peace of mind of his family members. He would rather come in such a way that they knew about it in advance. First of all he would salute and inquire about something or the other. Quite often he would ask whether there was something to eat. Equally often he remained silent till whatever was available was placed before him. It has also been reported that on entering his house he would recite the following supplication:

Praise be to ALLAH, who has sufficed me in all my needs and has provided me with shelter. Praise be to ALLAH, Who has given me food and drink. Praise be to ALLAH who has bestowed favors on me. O ALLAH! I supplicate Thee to save me from the fire (of Punishment).

(1) Besides, it has been recorded that he told Hadrat Anas (Radi Allaahu Ta’ala Anhu); When you go to your family, salute them. This will bring blessings for you and your family. [Zadul Ma’ad, Shamail-e-Tirmizi]

(2) Hadrat Al-Aswad (Radi Allaahu Ta’ala Anhu) narrated: I asked Hadrat Aishah (Radi Allaahu Ta’ala Anhu), “What did the Holy Prophet (Sallallahu Alaihi Wa Sallam) do while he was among his family members?” She replied, “He used to assist the family members in housekeeping. He did not take the attitude of a conspicuous and dignified figure but took part in domestic jobs. For instance, he would milk the goat and cobble his shoes.” [Nashrut-Tib]

This does not, of course, preclude his participation in other matters and occupations. [Musnad Ahmad]

(3) The behavior of the Holy Prophet (Sallallahu Alaihi Wa Sallam) with his family members and servants was excellent. He never reprehended and dealt with anyone harshly. The Holy Prophet (Sallallahu Alaihi Wa Sallam) was extremely careful that no inconvenience was caused to his family members.

(4) While he was with wives, he would treat them with great tenderness and regard. He conversed with them cheerfully. [lbn Asakir]

(5) While the Holy Prophet (Sallallahu Alaihi Wa Sallam) was indoors, he occupied himself in housekeeping, never sitting idle without work. He carried out petty house jobs himself, e.g., cleaning the house, feeding the cattle, tending the camel and goat. He would even milk the goat himself. He would work together with his servant and helped him in kneading the flour. He himself used to go to the market to make purchases which he brought tied in a piece of cloth. He cobbled his shoes himself and himself put patches on his clothes. [Zad-ul-Ma’ad, Madarij-un-Nabuwah]