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My Lord Nurtures Me

Providing Role Models in Social Behaviour

One of the most powerful ways in which Allah ﷻ nurtures us socially is by providing role models who exemplify ideal social behaviour. From the Prophets (peace be upon them) to righteous individuals, Islam presents us with examples of people whose conduct, manners, and relationships serve as a blueprint for ethical and compassionate living.

The greatest of these role models is Prophet Muhammad ﷺ, whom Allah ﷻ sent as “Uswatun Hasanah” (the best example). Alongside him, the Prophets AS, the Sahabah (Companions) RA, and the righteous people of the past provide lessons on kindness, justice, humility, patience, and generosity.

  1. Prophet Muhammad ﷺ: The Ultimate Role Model

The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ is the greatest role model in social behaviour. Allah ﷻ Himself testifies to his noble character and conduct.

لَقَدْ كَانَ لَكُمْ فِي رَسُولِ اللَّهِ أُسْوَةٌ حَسَنَةٌ لِّمَن كَانَ يَرْجُو اللَّهَ وَالْيَوْمَ الْآخِرَ وَذَكَرَ اللَّهَ كَثِيرًا

“Indeed, in the Messenger of Allah, you have an excellent example for anyone whose hope is in Allah and the Last Day and who remembers Allah often.” (Al-Ahzab 33: 21)

Aisha (RA) was asked about the character of the Prophet ﷺ, and she said:

“His character was the Qur’an.” (Muslim)

  1. The Prophets as Role Models of Social Behaviour

Throughout history, Allah sent Prophets AS as role models to guide humanity. Each Prophet AS was an example of strength, patience, and leadership in different social situations.

Prophet Ibrahim (AS) – The Role Model of Faith and Hospitality

وَإِبْرَٰهِيمَ ٱلَّذِى وَفَّىٰ

“And of Ibrahim, the one who fulfilled [his obligations].” (An-Najm 53: 37)

Prophet Musa (AS) – The Role Model of Leadership and Justice

وَٱصْطَنَعْتُكَ لِنَفْسِى

“And I have chosen you for Myself.” (Taha 20: 41)

Prophet Yusuf (AS) – The Role Model of Patience and Forgiveness

إِنَّهُۥ مَن يَتَّقِ وَيَصْبِرْ فَإِنَّ اللَّهَ لَا يُضِيعُ أَجْرَ ٱلْمُحْسِنِينَ

“Indeed, whoever fears Allah and is patient — then indeed, Allah does not allow the reward of those who do good to be lost.” (Yusuf 12: 90)

  1. The Companions (Sahabah) RA as Role Models in Social Conduct

The Companions of the Prophet ﷺ were the best students of his teachings, exemplifying great social conduct.

Abu Bakr As-Siddiq (RA) – The Role Model of Loyalty and Kindness

He supported the Prophet ﷺ in all circumstances and freed many slaves, including Bilal (RA).

وَسَيُجَنَّبُهَا ٱلْأَتْقَى ٱلَّذِى يُؤْتِى مَالَهُۥ يَتَزَكَّىٰ

“But the righteous one will be spared from it — he who gives from his wealth to purify himself.” (Al-Layl 92: 17-18)

Umar ibn Al-Khattab (RA) – The Role Model of Justice

He was known for his strength, discipline, and fairness in governance.

The Prophet ﷺ said:

لَوْ كَانَ بَعْدِي نَبِيٌّ لَكَانَ عُمَرَ بْنَ الْخَطَّابِ

“If there were to be a Prophet after me, it would have been Umar.” (Sunan al-Tirmidhi 3686)

Following the Best Role Models in Our Lives

Who do we look up to today? Many people idolize celebrities and influencers, but as Muslims, our role models should be the Prophet and the righteous people.

How do we apply their examples? By adopting their kindness, justice, patience, humility, and sincerity in our daily interactions.

What impact does this have on society? A society built on Islamic role models thrives in peace, unity, and moral excellence.

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