Muhammad (saw) – The Perfect Man — Page 492
CHAPTER 20 The Holy Prophet Muhammad sa 's good Conduct 492 Chapter 20 The Holy Prophet Muhammad sa 's good Conduct Beautiful teachings regarding Hospitality In the teachings of Islam, hospitality is presented as a fundamental quality and a high moral virtue. As compared to other religions, Islamic teaching regarding hospitality is detailed, superior and exceptional. In the Holy Qur’ a n, a command of showing favour to even an unknown traveller has been given. The Holy Prophet Muhammad sa laid emphasis on showing respect to the guests. He instructed us to show genuine respect to the guest. Offering food is one aspect of hospitality. Islam not only taught us to accommodate and feed the guest, it instructs us to take good care of his feelings, cater for even the smallest of his needs, offer selfless service and to sacrifice our own comfort for him. It encourages us to gladly feed the guest even at the expense of going hungry ourselves and readily fulfil his needs without any expectations of reward, praise or greed. The Holy Prophet Muhammad sa has declared hospitality as a sign of faith. It can be justifiably said that this good quality was found in him to a greater extent than anyone else. He was the first and the foremost among the believers. He taught us the etiquettes of hospitality. He said, "Three days of hospitality