What were the physical characteristics of the Prophet?
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To learn about the Prophet's physical characteristics, it is recommended to read the book "Mukhtasar Ash-Shama'il Al-Muhammadiyah" by Sheikh Al-Albani, in which he confined himself to the authentic hadiths reported on this matter. Among these characteristics is what Ali (may Allah be pleased with him) narrated: "The Messenger of Allah (peace and blessings be upon him) had a large head, large eyes, long eyelashes, reddish eyes, a thick beard, and a fair complexion. When he walked, he would lean forward as if walking uphill, and when he turned, he would turn his whole body. He had thick palms and feet."
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