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This hadith is graded Hasan. Hasan hadiths are considered good and acceptable in hadith classification.

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This hadith is from Jami` at-Tirmidhi, which contains 4,053 hadiths across 49 books. It is hadith number 1806 in the Book of The Book on Clothing.

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Q: What is Jami` at-Tirmidhi 1806 about?

This hadith from Jami` at-Tirmidhi (Book of The Book on Clothing), narrated by Narrated Anas:, states: ""The Messenger of Allah (ﷺ) was of average height, neither tall nor very short, he had a good build, brown in complexion, his hair was neither curly nor straight, and when he walked he swayed slightly…"

The Book on Clothing

Hasan

The Arabic includes the chain of narration (sanad) and the collector's commentary; the English translation shows the Prophet's words only.

حَدَّثَنَا حُمَيْدُ بْنُ مَسْعَدَةَ، حَدَّثَنَا عَبْدُ الْوَهَّابِ الثَّقَفِيُّ، عَنْ حُمَيْدٍ، عَنْ أَنَسٍ، قَالَ كَانَ رَسُولُ اللَّهِ صلى الله عليه وسلم رَبْعَةً لَيْسَ بِالطَّوِيلِ وَلاَ بِالْقَصِيرِ حَسَنَ الْجِسْمِ أَسْمَرَ اللَّوْنِ وَكَانَ شَعْرُهُ لَيْسَ بِجَعْدٍ وَلاَ سَبْطٍ إِذَا مَشَى يَتَكَفَّأُ ‏.‏ قَالَ وَفِي الْبَابِ عَنْ عَائِشَةَ وَالْبَرَاءِ وَأَبِي هُرَيْرَةَ وَابْنِ عَبَّاسٍ وَأَبِي سَعِيدٍ وَجَابِرٍ وَوَائِلِ بْنِ حُجْرٍ وَأُمِّ هَانِئٍ ‏.‏ قَالَ أَبُو عِيسَى حَدِيثُ أَنَسٍ حَدِيثٌ حَسَنٌ صَحِيحٌ غَرِيبٌ مِنْ هَذَا الْوَجْهِ مِنْ حَدِيثِ حُمَيْدٍ ‏.‏

"The Messenger of Allah (ﷺ) was of average height, neither tall nor very short, he had a good build, brown in complexion, his hair was neither curly nor straight, and when he walked he swayed slightly." He said: There are narration on this topic from 'Aishah, Al-Bara', Abu Hurairah, Ibn 'Abbas, Abu Sa'eed, Jabir, Wa'il bin Hujr, and Umm Hani'. The Hadith of Anas is a Hasan Sahih Gharib Hadith from this route, as a narration of Humaid.

Narrated by Narrated Anas:

Context

In this narration, Anas describes the physical appearance of the Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ), noting his average height, good build, and demeanor. This description serves to humanize the Prophet and provides insight into his character and presence, fostering a sense of connection among followers.

Modern Application

This principle can be reflected in how individuals present themselves and their character in society. It encourages people to embody qualities that reflect integrity and approachability, fostering positive relationships.

Topics

This hadith is tagged with Prophetic Conduct because it provides insight into the character and demeanor of the Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ), serving as a model for followers.

Prophetic Conduct