The Ideal Personality of a Muslim | Some Personality Traits of Muslim Style

The ideal Muslim character is unmistakable and adjusted. The Muslim is the encapsulation of the lessons of the Holy Quran and the Sunnah of the Prophet Muhammad (SAW).He takes after the lessons of the Book of Allah and the case of the Prophet Muhammad (SAW) in all issues, relations, and circumstances that is beginning with his association with his Lord, his own self, his family and the general population around him.

The exception amongst the most recognizing highlights of the Muslim is his subtle confidence in Allah Almighty and his faith that whatever occurs in the universe and whatever comes to pass for him, just occurs through the will and the decree of Allah (SWT). The Muslim is firmly associated with Allah, Muslim continually recalls that Him and puts his trust in Him and is devoted towards Him.

A Muslim also perceives the indications of the boundless energy of Allah Almighty in the universe, thus his confidence in Allah (SWT) increases. Allah says in Holy Quran: “Verily, in the creation of the heavens and the earth and (in), the difference of night and day are tokens (of His sovereignty) for men of understanding.  They remember God, standing, sitting, and reclining, and consider the creation of the heavens and the earth, (and say): Our Lord!  You did not create all of this in vain.  Far removed are you from every imperfection!  Preserve us from the punishment of the Hellfire.” (Quran 3:190-191)

Some Personality Traits of Muslim Style

Some qualities of the Ideal Muslim personality are mentioned below that every Muslim should adopt:

  • Allah comes first: Just like our beloved Prophet Muhammad (SAW), we should give absolute priority to Allah’s orders. Muslims should follow His commands with devotion and love. Allah says in Holy Quran: “Say, Indeed, my prayer, my rites of sacrifice, my living and my dying are for God, Lord of the worlds. No partner has Him. And this I have been commanded and I am the first (among you) of the Muslims.”(Quran, 6:162-163)
  • Attitude towards body, mind, and soul: The Muslim should pay due attention to his body’s physical, intellectual and spiritual needs. He takes great care of his body, advancing its great wellbeing and quality. He is dynamic, doesn’t eat in overabundance; however he eats enough to keep up his wellbeing and vitality. He comprehends that a solid believer is more cherished by Allah than a feeble believer. As Allah Almighty says in Quran: “…Eat and drink; but waste not by excess, for Allah loves not the wasters.”(Quran 7: 31). Concerning his intellectual care, the Muslim deals with his mind by examining useful information. He is mindful to look for learning whether it is religious or general, so he may grasp the nature and the realization of things. Allah says in Holy Quran: “…and say: My Lord! Increase me in knowledge.” (Quran 20: 114). Therefore, Muslim pays as much attention to his spiritual development as to his physical and intellectual development, in an absolutely balanced pattern which does not concentrate on one aspect to the loss of others.
  • His attitude towards other people: Muslim is a case of sincere dutifulness and love with his parents and relatives. He treats them with benevolence and regard, unending sympathy, express good manners and profound appreciation. He perceives their status and knows his obligations towards them through Allah’s order. Allah says in Holy Quran: “Worship God and do not ascribe any partner to Him and (show) kindness to the parents.” (Quran 4:36). Muslim’s association with his siblings and companions is the best and purest of connections since it depends on affection for Allah (SWT). He is adoring towards them and not cruel. He is faithful to them and does not deceive them. He is sincere and does not cheat them. He is tolerant and pardoning. He is likewise liberal and supplicates for their satisfaction and prosperity.He calls others to Islam with intelligence and delightful preaching. He visits the enfeebled and goes to funerals. He returns supports and is thankful for them. He controls individuals to do great. He generally likes to make things simple and not tough.

In short, the above mentioned some qualities; every Muslim tries to make as part of their character and personality.  Hence, a society that has citizens with such qualities is one that will appreciate genuine satisfaction and peace. May Allah help us to symbolize these qualities and favor us with the ability to show Islam in the greater part of its awesome magnificence! Ameen