Islamic Character
الأخلاق الإسلامية
Build beautiful character traits (akhlaq) that the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) taught and demonstrated.
7 Character Traits for Growing Hearts
Click on a trait to learn how to practice it
Honesty
الصدق•As-Sidq
Always telling the truth
The Prophet (PBUH) was called "As-Sadiq Al-Amin" - The Truthful and Trustworthy. He NEVER lied, even once!
Kindness
اللطف•Al-Lutf / Ar-Rifq
Being nice and gentle to everyone
The Prophet (PBUH) said: "Kindness is not found in anything except that it beautifies it." Being kind makes everything better!
Patience
الصبر•As-Sabr
Staying calm when things are hard
Sabr means patience. Allah says in the Quran: "Allah is with the patient." When things are hard, be patient and Allah will help you!
Gratitude
الشكر•Ash-Shukr
Saying thank you to Allah and others
Allah says: "If you are grateful, I will surely give you more" (Quran 14:7). When we thank Allah, He gives us even more blessings!
Respect
الاحترام•Al-Ihtiram
Treating others with honor and good manners
The Prophet (PBUH) said: "He is not one of us who does not respect our elders and have mercy on our young." Respect is a sign of a true Muslim!
Generosity
الكرم•Al-Karam
Sharing with others and giving happily
The Prophet (PBUH) was the most generous person. In Ramadan, he was like a wind - giving and giving without stopping! He never said "no" to anyone who asked.
Humility
التواضع•At-Tawadu
Not being proud or showing off
The Prophet (PBUH) was the best person but never acted like he was better than anyone. He sat on the floor, fixed his own shoes, and helped with housework!
Build Beautiful Character
The Prophet (PBUH) said: “I was only sent to perfect good character.”
Good akhlaq is one of the heaviest things on your scale of deeds on the Day of Judgment!