Muhammad (saw) – The Perfect Man — Page 906
CHAPTER 41 The Holy Prophet Muhammad sa ' s Humour and Informality 906 Chapter 41 The Holy Prophet Muhammad sa ' s Humour and Informality The true happiness and affluence lies in a person's contact with God and his resignation to the will of God. Such a person who enjoys perfect relation with God is granted the status of " ﻣﻄﻤ ﻨ ﻧﻔﺲ " (Soul at rest). By showing steadfastness in faith and actions, such people hear the comforting voice of the angels; "Fear ye not, nor grieve; and rejoice in the Garden that you were promised. " (41:31) This world becomes a paradise for such believers. A succession of Divine tidings is revealed to them and they have perfect belief in them. They are justifiably happy at the blessings and mercy of God and this is what God enjoins them. The Holy Prophet Muhammad sa used to say, "A true believer is in a unique position. Whenever he suffers affliction, he gladly endures it and is rewarded by All a h. And when he receives goodness he is grateful and is recipient of reward from All a h. " This is to say that a true believer is happy in every situation and is pleased with his Creator. In this respect this true feeling of happiness and pleasant nature is not only an indicator of his mental