Is it permissible to say that someone resembles the Messenger of Allah, peace and blessings be upon him, if the resemblance is only in physical appearance?
It is permissible for a Muslim to say that someone resembles the Prophet, peace and blessings be upon him, in their physical or moral attributes if this is indeed the case. This has been reported from the Companions, such as likening Ja'far, Al-Hasan, and Al-Husayn, may Allah be pleased with them, to the Prophet, peace and blessings be upon him. Some scholars have also mentioned other individuals who resembled him in their physical appearance. The resemblance may also be in their conduct and characteristics, as reported from Hudhayfah in likening Ibn Umm Abd to him, and from 'A'ishah in likening Fatimah to him in her bearing, grace, and conduct.
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