Alharamain Islamic Foundation.
The Apostle of God occupied himself at his home like a common
man. As 'Aisha relates, he used to clean his clothes, milch
the sheep and himself do his odd jobs. She also says that
he would mend his clothes, repair his shoes and do similar
other works. When asked how the Prophet occupied himself at
home, she replied, "He used to keep himself busy in household
chores and went out when the time for prayer came.'
In another report related on her authority, she is reported
to have said, "The Prophet of God used to repair his
shoes, mend his clothes and occupied himself at home even
as any of you occupy yourself." 'Aisha relates, "God's
Messenger was very softhearted, the kindliest of all. He laughed
often and smiled much." Anas says that he had not seen
a man who was more clement and nice to his household members
than the Apostle of God." It is related on the authority
of 'Aisha that the Prophet said, "The best of you is
one who is most nice to his wife and children and I am the
nicest among you." Abu Huraira said that the Prophet
never expressed disapproval of any food, if he desired he
ate it, and if he disliked he left it alone."
