They knew that he would equally share their laughter and grief.

They knew that he would equally share their laughter and grief. Many people think that the Prophet (s.a.w.w.) concentrated only on preaching laws and fact. What they do not know is that he also spoke of general matters and made jokes with his friends. He lived a normal life as people do but within the limits of Islam and of his dignity. The Prophet (s.a.w.w.) was known never to criticize or listen to criticism about people, as he did not want to be prejudiced against anyone.

He never chose a particular place in public gatherings but sat where he found space. He was very much saddened by those who spoke ill of others or publicized their shortcomings. One day, he asked his companions, "Do you know who is the worst amongst men?" His companions said yes, they would want to know this so they could avoid the habits of such a person.

The Prophet (s.a.w.w.) then told them, "He is the one who creates Fitna and who find faults in God-conscious people." We can say that in following the Prophet (s.a.w.w.) we must treat others with the utmost respect and consideration and always be on the lookout to avoid hurting them in any way. 5. Avoid arguing The Prophet (s.a.w.w.) greatly discouraged disputes and squabbles amongst his followers and never indulged in such behaviour himself.

Rights of Neighbours When the Holy Prophet (s.a.w.w.) was setting off towards Tabuk, he had announced that all those who knew that they had hurt their neighbours at home in anyway should not accompany him. This was the extent to which he disliked such manners. Islam is a religion that came to harbour and nurture harmony amongst people and the most important of our close relations, after family, are our neighbours.

The Holy Prophet (s.a.w.w.) has said: "Whoever believes in Allah (S.W.T.) and in the Day of Resurrection must respect his neighbours.