Prophet (S) taught us many things about how we must treat each other. Aisha (R) reported that the Prophet (S) said: “Verily, whoever has been given the quality of kindness has been given his portion of good in this life and in the Hereafter. Maintaining family ties, good character, and good treatment of neighbors will build their heavenly abodes and increase their life spans.” He (S) advocated strongly on the behalf of women. During the time of Jahiliya, women were treated as possessions and were not respected. He preached against the mistreatment of women and led by excellent example. The Prophet Muhammad (S) also taught us to honor, preserve, and protect Allah’s creation. He (S) was a constant reminder to humanity of their duty to care for creation, to not be wasteful, abuse animals, or pollute the earth. Abdullah ibn Amr reported: The Messenger of Allah (S) passed by Sa’d while he was performing ablution. The Prophet (S) said, “What is this extravagance?” Sa’d said, “Is there extravagance with water in ablution?” The Prophet (S) said, “Yes, even if you were on the banks of a flowing river.” Prophet Muhammad (S) also taught us the concept of tawhid (unity). Allah (SWT) says in the Quran: “To God belongs all that is in the heavens and in the earth, for God encompasses everything [Qur’an 4:126].” The final legacy of the Messenger of God (S) was complex and complete; he left us guidance and teachings for each and every situation. It is our duty to study his life and teachings so as to gain insight and knowledge in how we are to conduct every aspect of our lives. There is only one God and that is Allah (SWT). The Prophet (S) accomplished many wonderful things in his life and proved himself to be a leader in more ways than one. He (S) wanted to be remembered for the examples that he had set. His legacy is his righteousness, modesty and his integrity. He (S) said: “I leave behind me two things; the Qur’an and my example. “
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