What is meant by the Prophet's (peace and blessings be upon him) saying: "A man should be like a child among his family, but when they seek him, they find a man," and how can that be?
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The aforementioned about 'Umar (may Allah be pleased with him) means that a man should be humble and playful with his family and children, just as the Prophet (peace be upon him) used to do with children and help his family at home. However, when matters become serious, he should be firm and act like a man. This is the meaning of 'Umar's saying: "And if what is with him is sought, a man will be found."
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