The man whom Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) considers among the best

Pars Today – Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) describes the best men as those who are kind, compassionate, and just with their families—men who abandon violence and humiliation and transform their homes into centers of peace.

Editorial Note – The family is the first school of love and tranquility, where a person learns how to love, how to forgive, and how to grow alongside others. The Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) said in a hadith: “Among the best men of my ummah are those who are not harsh toward their families, do not insult them, show them compassion, and do not oppress them.”

These words serve as a profound measure of humanity. A man who speaks gently at home, soothes hearts with a kind gaze, and builds trust through fair behavior is truly among the best of the Ummah. Violence and harshness wither the roots of love, while compassion and respect transform a family into a flourishing garden of harmony.

In today’s world, filled with worries and external pressures, the home must remain a sanctuary of peace. When men model patience and kindness within this space, children grow up in a safe and loving environment, fostering a healthier society. True manhood is measured not by the strength of one’s arm, but by the greatness of the heart and the gentleness shown to loved ones.

Let us make this hadith a guiding light for our lives; let us reflect daily that true excellence begins at home. Every smile, every kind word, and every act of compassion is a step toward building a brighter, more loving future.

Source of the Hadith:
(Makarim al-Akhlaq, p. 216)
"The best of the men of my Ummah are those who are not harsh to their families, show them compassion, and do not oppress them."