Hayat E Taiba is a Lesson For Us
Hazrat Muhammad (pbuh) is the only messenger and man whose entire life is recorded. Not only the important events of his life, but the details of his daily life, from birth to death are written. All his saying, the details of his conduct and character have been preserved, his whole life, at home, in the mosque and outside, was fully known to his companions and was recorded so that the following generations could learn and get inspiration from his example.The life of Prophet Muhammad (pbuh) is perfect and comprehensive and can serve as an example for men and women of all ages working in all professions and trades. He not only preached but also practices what he preached and acted upon each and every commandment and injunction revealed to him by Allah. He taught people to be good, honest and just in their private as well as public dealings. His teachings were not confined to the mosque. At home, he advised his family and in the market place, he explained the principals of buying and selling. When he received deputations from abroad, he talked about state matters that laid the foundations of international law. When in a war, he devised the laws of war and peace. While deciding disputes between his Companions, he gave them a civil and criminal code of judgment; and to protect the rights of individuals in the state, he gave them judgments that later became the law of the Islamic State.In his childhood he was a herdsman and looked after the sheep and goats of his family and neighbors. Later he become a trader and went on trading journeys to neighboring countries. He married, had children and lived a very happy life with his family. Later on, at Madinah, he became the head of the community and acted in various capacities – as a judge, administrator, a military commander, and finally, head of the State. He had vast experience in various positions and had gained a great deal of knowledge of human needs in all circumstances. His life is a perfect model and example for people to follow to attain goodness, piety and success in practical examples for all mankind to follow in every field of life.
