People Only Listen to Those Whom They Like

Allah's Messenger (saws) said : "Shall I not tell you who among you is most beloved to me and will be closest to me on the Day of Resuurection?" He (saws) repeated it two or three times, and they said , "Yes, O Messenger of Allah (saws)." He said : "Those of you who are best in attitude and character."

[Ahmad]

Explanation : The Muslim who truly understands the teachings of his religion is gentle, friendly and likeable. He mixes with people and gets along with them. This is something which should be a characteristic of the Muslim who understands that keeping in touch with people and earning their trust is one of the most important duties of a Muslim.

It is an effective means of conveying the message of truth to them , and exposing them to its moral values, because people only listen to whom they like, trust and accept. Such a person is one of those chosen ones who are beloved by the Prophet (saws) and will be closest to him on the Day of Resurrection.

The Prophet (saws) set the highest example of good behaviour towards people. He was skilful in softening their hearts and called them to follow him in word and deed. He demonstrated how to reach people's hearts and win their love and admiration. He (saws) was always cheerful and easy-going, never harsh.

When he came to any gathering, he would sit wherever there was a free space, and he told others to do likewise. He treated everyone equally, so that no one who was present in a gathering would feel that anyone else was receiving any preferential treatment. The true Muslim follows in the footsteps of his Prophet (saws) in his dealings with all people. whether they are good or bad, so that he is liked and accepted by all people.

The Prophet (saws) was a living example for all humans to follow. His wife Ayesha (ra) was asked about his manners , and she said "His manners were the Qur'an". In this statement, Ayesha (ra) meant that the Prophet (saws) abided by its laws and commands and abstained from its prohibitions , and observed the virtuous deeds mentioned in it.

The Prophet (saws) said "God has sent me to perfect good manners and to do good deeds". [Bukhari & Ahmad]

Allah, the Exalted, described the Prophet (saws) saying : "And indeed, you are of a great moral character" (68:4)