Commentary on the Shama’il of the Prophet – At-Tirmidhi [French]

The original text underlying Thus Was Muhammad, the Messenger of Allah gathers reports describing precise aspects of the Prophet’s life ﷺ. It notably covers his physical appearance, the way he dressed, ate, walked, spoke, and worshiped. Each topic is treated independently while remaining, moreover, part of an overall coherence that reveals the harmony and balance of the prophetic example.

In addition, this structure enables a progressive and thoughtful reading experience by providing clear and accessible landmarks. The reader is thus guided to discover the Prophet ﷺ through concrete everyday situations, making the prophetic model intelligible and applicable without any break between narration and the guidance it conveys.

The commentary accompanying the foundational text plays an essential role in understanding the work. It never replaces the original text; rather, it supports and clarifies it by explaining the reports and outlining their apparent meaning. Thus, this approach brings out the educational and spiritual lessons contained in the descriptions while respecting the structure and purpose of the reference text.

The main contribution of the commentary lies in its pedagogical function. It helps the reader grasp the scope of the descriptions, perceive their overall coherence and, therefore, draw practical lessons for daily life. The commentary highlights the wisdom, balance, and moral depth that emerge from the prophetic example without ever separating explanation from its primary source.

Through the close pairing of a major reference text and an explanatory commentary, Thus Was Muhammad, the Messenger of Allah becomes a structured resource for anyone wishing to deepen their knowledge of Prophet Muhammad ﷺ. The book allows readers to approach the prophetic model in a faithful, intelligible, and progressive manner, linking description to teaching and knowledge to practice.

In this perspective, the book naturally stands alongside other works devoted to knowing the Prophet ﷺ, such as Portrait of the Prophet and His Ten Companions. It therefore offers a complementary approach centered on detailed description and pedagogical explanation, providing a solid support to nurture understanding, attachment, and conscious following of the prophetic example.